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12/03/2024

There’s still time to make your impact! When you make a gift of any amount to Sepsis Alliance during this annual day of giving, your support will have a direct impact on survivors, caregivers, and individuals who have lost loved ones to sepsis.

Can we count on your generosity? Make your impact now and help Sepsis Alliance sustain and grow its meaningful programs and initiatives that so many rely on.

Visit sepsisalliance.info/GivingTuesday2024 to make your gift today!

12/03/2024

Did you know that a gift of ANY amount on today can help ensure that our programs and initiatives continue to thrive?

Your donation to Sepsis Alliance will help:

✔️Raise awareness about the risks of sepsis and its warning signs, so families and healthcare professionals can act quickly.

✔️Support education and efforts to advance protocols for faster detection and intervention.

✔️Advocate for better healthcare policies to protect patients and their families from the devastating impact of sepsis.

Can we count on you to help us save lives and limbs? The first $15,000 donated will be matched, dollar for dollar, by members of our Board of Directors. Your $50 gift will result in $100 worth of impact.

Visit sepsisalliance.info/GivingTuesday2024 to make your gift today!

12/02/2024

Have you checked out our educational resources designed to help you navigate flu season? This National Influenza Vaccination Week, explore our information center covering flu types, treatments, prevention, and more, and download a free information guide detailing sepsis and the flu.

Visit sepsis.org/flu to learn more today or save this post to access helpful flu-focused materials throughout the season!

11/27/2024

As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re wishing you a day filled with gratitude, joy, and the health and well-being of you and your loved ones.

Whether you help us raise sepsis awareness by advocating in your community, sharing our educational resources and infographics on social media, or supporting our mission by generously giving to the organization, we’re thankful for your support!

11/27/2024

Giving Tuesday is just one week away! As we approach the start of this year’s giving season, we’re sharing more about our charity ratings.

When you support Sepsis Alliance, our team works tirelessly to ensure the funds help provide resources that raise sepsis awareness and help save lives. We strive to be a good steward of your generous financial gifts, and our latest nonprofit ratings are a testament to this commitment.

Your continued support on will help ensure that our programs and initiatives continue to thrive. Can we count on you? Kick off the giving season early by setting up your own Giving Tuesday Facebook fundraiser now.

Visit https://www.facebook.com/sepsisalliance/fundraisers to get started!

11/25/2024

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a serious threat, particularly to those aged 65 and older. By alerting others to the urgent need for RSV awareness, prevention, and vaccine access, you can bring attention to an issue that has potentially life-threatening consequences for seniors.

Join us for a one-hour virtual training with Hillary Spangler, MD, Sepsis Alliance founder Carl Flatley, DDS, MSD, and healthcare advocate Pat Posa RN, BSN, MSA, CCRN, FAAN to learn about the role advocates can play in supporting public policy related to RSV infection and sepsis.

Secure your FREE spot today by visiting http://sepsisalliance.info/RSVTraining.

11/24/2024

Last summer, Heather was woken up by a call from her mom, who was crying and asked her to come and check on her father, Matthew. When Heather arrived, she found her dad in bed, lethargic, unresponsive, and struggling to breathe. Paramedics took over and he was rushed to the hospital.

“As a nurse, I understood the gravity of the situation, but nothing could prepare me for the overwhelming and discouraging news that kept coming,” Heather shares. “Over the next few days, the diagnostic tests, scans, and failed dialysis confirmed what we feared - my father was in septic shock.”

Just a week after he was first rushed to the hospital, sepsis tragically took Matthew’s life. “My dad’s battle with sepsis was short but intense, and it highlighted how devastating this condition can be,” Heather shares. “I share this story not only to honor my father’s memory but also to raise awareness about the signs and symptoms of sepsis. Early recognition and treatment are crucial, and I urge everyone to be vigilant.”

Read more of Matthew’s tribute below. To share your experience, visit sepsisalliance.info/FacesOfSepsis.

September 13th has always been a special day for me—my dad's birthday. This year, it holds even more significance as Sepsis Awareness Day, a cause that

11/22/2024

Although World Antimicrobial Awareness Week may soon draw to an end, the findings of our recent survey reveal an urgent need for increased education and awareness on this issue throughout the year.

The survey, designed to gauge registered voters’ understanding and opinions on antimicrobial resistance, indicated that awareness of AMR and its effects remains low. Only 37% of voters were familiar with the term “AMR,” while a staggering 44% had no knowledge of it.

However, once voters were informed about AMR, many of them recognized it as a major problem and a potential threat to the population. This sentiment is consistent across party lines and is indicative of widespread bipartisan support for efforts aimed at combating AMR.

Visit EndSuperbugs.org to learn more about the survey findings and our ongoing initiatives to fight this public health crisis that is putting millions of people at risk of developing a life-threatening, untreatable infection.

11/22/2024

Did your sepsis diagnosis result from an infection that was present in your urinary tract?

These infections are among the most common causes of sepsis. This National UTI Awareness Day, learn more about common symptoms and causes at sepsisalliance.info/SepsisAndUTIs.

11/21/2024

Urinary tract infections do not exclusively happen to women. On National UTI Awareness Day today, it’s important to remember that these infections can also lead to life-threatening sepsis for individuals like Michael, a healthy and active sixty-four-year-old man.

Michael called the doctor when he noticed a burning sensation upon urinating. He was diagnosed with a UTI and prescribed antibiotics, but his condition continued to rapidly deteriorate. He was soon rushed to the hospital where he learned he had also developed sepsis.

Most often, UTIs can be managed effectively when they are identified and treated quickly. If the UTI is not recognized and treated, or if antibiotics are not effective, as can be the case if it is antibiotic-resistant bacteria, sepsis can develop.

This National UTI Awareness Day, learn more about common symptoms and causes at sepsisalliance.info/SepsisAndUTIs.

11/19/2024

Did you know that antimicrobial resistance (AMR) challenges the treatment of sepsis? As more germs become resistant to antimicrobial medicines used to treat infection, more people are at risk for developing sepsis.

This World Antimicrobial Awareness Week, visit EndSuperbugs.org to learn how you can help take down AMR.

11/17/2024

Fernando Valenzuela, the beloved Los Angeles Dodgers pitching ace who helped the team win the 1981 World Series, died of septic shock, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. Valenzuela died on October 22 at age 63, a few weeks after stepping away from his job on the Dodgers' Spanish-language television broadcast.

Fernando Valenzuela, the beloved Los Angeles Dodgers pitching ace who helped the team win the 1981 World Series, died of septic shock last month, according to his death certificate.

11/15/2024

You’re invited to attend the second annual Sepsis Alliance CareHolders Meeting on Thursday, December 5 at 2pm ET! During this interactive virtual meeting, our team will share more about our organization’s strategic priorities, future plans, and how you can get involved.

We hope you’ll join Dr. Flatley and the rest of our team for this important conversation about saving lives and limbs from sepsis in 2025 and beyond!

Sign up today by visiting sepsisalliance.info/CareHolders2024.

11/14/2024

We’re thrilled to announce that WNBA player and sepsis survivor Tiffany Mitchell is now a Sepsis Alliance Ambassador! Mitchell, known for her exceptional skills on the basketball court, will now utilize her influential platform to raise awareness about sepsis, a life-threatening condition that affects millions of people worldwide.

“I got to the hospital with just enough time before things could have taken a turn for the worse,” Mitchell says of her sepsis experience. “As an athlete, I’m used to pushing through uncomfortable things, but after experiencing these symptoms, I knew something more was wrong. My goal with this partnership is to inform and educate people on the importance of early detection because someone as healthy as a professional athlete was still severely affected by this life-threatening illness.”

To read more about Tiffany, visit sepsisalliance.info/TiffanyMitchell.

11/13/2024

Maternal sepsis is a major threat to women’s health in the United States. Tragically, between 2014 and 2017, infection or sepsis was responsible for 12.7% of pregnancy-related deaths in the country.

Are you ready to take action? Join us for a free and virtual training to hear from Elliot Main, MD and two maternal sepsis survivors about topics including: the burden of maternal and neonatal sepsis, the role advocates can play in supporting public policy related to maternal health, and how to tell local lawmakers to prioritize maternal sepsis education and awareness.

Register today at sepsisalliance.info/MaternalSepsisAdvocacy.

11/12/2024

Did pneumonia lead to complications like sepsis for you or a loved one?

This common infection of one or both lungs can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or a fungus. While anyone can develop pneumonia, some people are at higher risk than others, including:

✔ The elderly or the very young
✔ People who have recently had a cold or influenza
✔ Smokers or those with a respiratory illness like COPD
✔ Individuals who have been exposed to certain inhaled toxins
✔ Patients who have had recent surgery or are being treated in the ICU

Learn more as part of World Pneumonia Day today at sepsisalliance.info/SepsisAndPneumonia.

11/10/2024

Sepsis often leaves a lasting impact on survivors and the loved ones left behind after a sepsis death. During the holiday season, it can be challenging to navigate social situations with those who may not understand the enduring effects that sepsis has left behind.

Join this presentation to hear from our panelists as they share how they manage these situations and what they want family and friends to know about their lives after a sepsis loss or recovery.

Don’t have a Sepsis Alliance Connect account yet? Membership is FREE and required to access live virtual sessions like this one. Registration can take up to 48 hours to process. Learn more and start your registration today at SepsisConnect.org.

11/07/2024

Viruses can adapt quickly. These rapid changes are why updated flu vaccines are released each year – to target different strains of the flu virus that circulate during the season. It’s important to be vaccinated on an annual basis to protect yourself from the season’s most common strains and potential complications like sepsis.

Visit sepsis.org/flu to learn more about common flu myths and important infection prevention measures.

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After surviving sepsis earlier this year following a routine appendectomy, WNBA player Tiffany Mitchell understands the importance of early sepsis detection and treatment. Through her recently announced partnership with Sepsis Alliance, she aims to empower individuals to recognize the warning signs andseek immediate medical attention. To learn more about sepsis, visit sepsis.org.

Untreated sepsis can quickly lead to severe sepsis and septic shock. Learn more in the clip below about the life-threatening effects this can have on the body. You can watch our full-length “What is Sepsis?” educational video at https://youtu.be/oUgiphTsAS0 to learn how sepsis is triggered within the body, what the lasting effects of sepsis can look like, and much more. Will you share this clip from our video to help us raise life-saving sepsis awareness?

What is sepsis? Whether you’ve survived sepsis, worked in sepsis care, or lost a loved one to sepsis, you’re likely all-too-familiar with this question. Alarmingly, many individuals are still not aware of this deadly condition. Our “What is Sepsis?” educational video helps break down how sepsis is triggered within the body, what the lasting effects of sepsis can look like, and much more. Will you share this clip from our video to help us raise life-saving sepsis awareness? Watch the full video at https://youtu.be/oUgiphTsAS0.

In the years since Dr. Flatley first founded Sepsis Alliance in 2007, our organization has educated millions of people on sepsis – all in loving memory of Dr. Flatley’s daughter, Erin. Last month, Dr. Flatley launched the all-new Founder’s Legacy Society through an estate gift which will create an endowment fund to continue Sepsis Alliance's mission for years to come. Now, he’s sharing more about what giving back means to him. To learn more about supporting our life-saving mission, visit SepsisLegacy.org.

As part of #MaternalSepsisWeek, Clayton Anderson is sharing more about his late wife Krystal and the critical need for sepsis awareness throughout pregnancy and beyond.“Krystal’s story is a poignant reminder of how quickly sepsis can change lives,” he shares. “Having faced sepsis before with their first stillborn son, Krystal and her family were tragically familiar with the devastation it brings, but by the time sepsis protocols were activated, Krystal was declining rapidly. Her passing underscores the critical need for awareness and immediate action in the face of this dangerous condition.” To learn more about maternal sepsis, visit MaternalSepsisWeek.org. To read more of Clayton’s tribute to Krystal, visit sepsisalliance.info/KrystalAnderson.

Katy. Carly. Kim. Peter. Why not you? Sepsis awareness advocates are using their voices to make a difference during this supercharged month of action – and YOU can join them! Follow along in March as we unveil a new, simple actionable item that you can support each week. With your help, we can reach our goal of 1,000 sepsis advocacy actions. Learn more at sepsisalliance.info/RaiseYourVoice2024.

Hundreds of you have shared your sepsis experiences with us since we first launched Faces of Sepsis™. Whether you reflected on your initial symptoms and diagnosis to help others learn about identifying sepsis, or shared about the challenges of post-sepsis life so that survivors wouldn’t feel alone in recovery, your collective vulnerability has made a powerful impact. This year, Faces of Sepsis™ will reach a major milestone – 2,000 stories told. If you’ve ever thought about submitting your experience to our online story collection, we encourage you to consider adding your voice to this powerful movement before the end of #SepsisSurvivorWeek. Together, we can continue to raise awareness of this life-threatening condition and save lives and limbs from sepsis. To share your experience and help Sepsis Alliance reach 2,000 Faces of Sepsis™ stories in 2024, visit https://sepsisalliance.info/FacesOfSepsis.

Any person can develop an infection at any time – even during pregnancy. In fact, pregnancy affects the immune system and can put a pregnant person more at risk of infection and complications like sepsis. This International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month, it’s important to remember that prenatal infection prevention plays a critical role in ensuring that mothers and babies survive and thrive. Are you or a loved one currently expecting? Visit bit.ly/SepsisPregnancyAndChildbirth to learn more about preventing sepsis in pregnancy, or save this post so you can quickly reference helpful prenatal infection prevention tips!

What is sepsis? Whether you’ve survived sepsis, worked in sepsis care, or lost a loved one to sepsis, you’re likely all-too-familiar with this question. Alarmingly, many individuals are still not aware of this deadly condition. Our “What is Sepsis?” educational video helps break down how sepsis is triggered within the body, what the lasting effects of sepsis can look like, and more. Watch the video below and visit https://www.youtube.com/sepsisalliance for more informative video content focused on this life-threatening condition.

Hundreds of you have shared your sepsis experiences with us since we first launched Faces of Sepsis™. Whether you reflected on your initial symptoms and diagnosis to help others learn about identifying sepsis, shared about the challenges of post-sepsis life so that survivors wouldn’t feel alone in recovery, or bravely opened up about a loved one lost to sepsis, your collective vulnerability has made a powerful impact. This year, Faces of Sepsis™ will reach a major milestone – 2,000 stories told. If you’ve ever thought about submitting your experience to our online story collection, we encourage you to consider adding your voice to this powerful movement in 2024. Together, we can continue to raise awareness of this life-threatening condition and save lives and limbs from sepsis. To share your experience, or the experience of a loved one, and help Sepsis Alliance reach 2,000 Faces of Sepsis™ stories in 2024, visit https://bit.ly/FacesOfSepsis.

Have you or a loved one ever needed at-home care that included the administration of intravenous fluids, medications, or nutrients? Home infusions have the potential to increase the risk of infection, and therefore, the risk of sepsis. Learn more about helpful steps you can take to reduce your risk in our latest video!