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We are so thankful for Sepsis Superheroes like Donna Martin. Donna ‘goes the extra mile’ by hosting a memorial event in ...
08/22/2025

We are so thankful for Sepsis Superheroes like Donna Martin. Donna ‘goes the extra mile’ by hosting a memorial event in honor of her husband, Shawn Martin. This year, the event included various raffle baskets, vendors, and food trucks. Over the past four years, Donna and her team have raised over $11,000 in Shawn’s memory!

“Be aware and know the symptoms of sepsis. It starts with an infection, don’t let it end with your life,” says Donna Martin.

Thanks to Sepsis Superheroes like Donna, we can continue our life-saving work, and you can join us! Register today for free and become one of the Sepsis Superheroes the world needs this September at SepsisSuperheroes.org

In the season finale of The Sepsis Spectrum, Dr. Hillary Spangler, Dr. Mallory Perry-Eaddy, and sepsis survivor Jackie D...
08/21/2025

In the season finale of The Sepsis Spectrum, Dr. Hillary Spangler, Dr. Mallory Perry-Eaddy, and sepsis survivor Jackie Duda join Nicole Kupchik Consulting & Education for a raw conversation about the long road to recovery after sepsis survival. Covering everything from missed warning signs in high-risk patients to the lasting trauma of broken systems, this episode challenges teams to confront the full picture of sepsis care.

Tune in now on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Earn free CE credits while you listen 🎧

Learn more at SepsisPodcast.org.

August is National Immunization Awareness Month! Infection prevention is sepsis prevention™. Staying up to date on recom...
08/20/2025

August is National Immunization Awareness Month!

Infection prevention is sepsis prevention™.

Staying up to date on recommended vaccines helps reduce your risk of infection and the complications that can follow, including sepsis.

Protect yourself. Protect your loved ones. Get vaccinated.

Learn more about infection prevention and sepsis at sepsis.org

08/19/2025

On today's episode of The Sepsis Spectrum, Nicole Kupchik Consulting & Education is joined by sepsis survivors Dr. Hillary Spangler and Jackie Duda, along with pediatric ICU nurse-scientist Dr. Mallory Perry-Eaddy, for a raw conversation about what happens after survival. From missed red flags in special populations to long-term trauma and broken feedback loops, this episode is a wake-up call for teams ready to see the full picture of sepsis care.

Tune in now on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Earn free CE credits while you listen 🎧

Learn more at SepsisPodcast.org.

Andie Mae had been sick on and off for over a month, chalking it up to baby and daycare germs. After several negative te...
08/18/2025

Andie Mae had been sick on and off for over a month, chalking it up to baby and daycare germs. After several negative tests and a brief return to normalcy, she fell ill again with a low-grade fever, sore throat, nausea, and fatigue. When she finally returned to urgent care, her vitals were alarming with no clear cause as to why.

Andie Mae was sent to ambulatory care, where tests came back negative: flu, COVID, RSV, and pneumonia. But, her bloodwork revealed the truth: elevated white blood cells and dangerously high inflammation markers. Her doctor diagnosed , though they couldn’t yet locate the source.

Andie Mae was admitted to the hospital and treated aggressively with IV fluids and antibiotics. Eventually, the infection was traced to her tonsils. She spent several harrowing days in the hospital before her white blood cell count improved. Though she is still battling exhaustion and pain, she’s grateful her sepsis was caught in time.

Read her full story at: https://www.sepsis.org/faces/andie-mae/

Have you joined the Sepsis Superhero Challenge? We need YOU!Sign up now to support our critical, life-saving programs: S...
08/15/2025

Have you joined the Sepsis Superhero Challenge? We need YOU!

Sign up now to support our critical, life-saving programs: SepsisSuperheroes.org

Already signed up? 🙌 Share this image with your network and encourage others to join the fight against sepsis.

What happens when the worst-case scenario becomes your new reality? On this week's episode of The Sepsis Spectrum, Katy ...
08/14/2025

What happens when the worst-case scenario becomes your new reality? On this week's episode of The Sepsis Spectrum, Katy Grainger and Dr. Mark Mikkelsen join Nicole Kupchik to share a powerful story of surviving septic shock and envisioning a more connected, survivor-centered model of post-sepsis care.

Tune in now on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Earn free CE credits while you listen 🎧

Learn more at SepsisPodcast.org.

Joseph’s sepsis journey began on January 22, 2025, when he woke up with a high fever that persisted for several days. As...
08/13/2025

Joseph’s sepsis journey began on January 22, 2025, when he woke up with a high fever that persisted for several days.

As his back pain worsened and he could barely walk, he finally called an ambulance. After some tests, Joseph was sent home. The next day, the hospital called and told him to get to the ER asap because he had with .

Unable to walk or stand, he was admitted and immediately started on antibiotics. He slept for seven straight days before being transferred to another hospital for stronger treatment. MRIs revealed a widespread infection in his lungs, brain, liver, kidneys, spine, and leg.

After 17 days in the hospital and 80 total days of treatment, Joseph survived. He now lives with lingering effects like memory issues and a limp, but he’s grateful every day to be alive.

Read Joseph's full story at https://www.sepsis.org/faces/joseph-baldini/

Today is World ARDS Day! What is ARDS and what does it have to do with sepsis? 🤔ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrom...
08/12/2025

Today is World ARDS Day!

What is ARDS and what does it have to do with sepsis? 🤔

ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome) is a life-threatening condition where fluid builds up in the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. Did you know sepsis is the most common cause of ARDS?

That’s why it’s critical to know the signs of sepsis and act fast. Early detection can save lives and lungs.
🌡️ Temperature – higher or lower than normal.
🦠 Infection – may have signs and symptoms of infection.
💤 Mental Decline – confused, sleepy, difficult to rouse.
🤢 Extremely ill - severe pain, discomfort, shortness of breath.

Learn more at Sepsis.org

08/12/2025

When crisis hits every layer of care, how do you keep patients feeling human?

On today's episode of The Sepsis Spectrum, Nicole Kupchik is joined by Dr. Mark Mikkelsen and sepsis survivor Katy Grainger for a raw and powerful conversation on how sepsis survival is only the beginning of a long and often difficult journey. This episode takes a closer look at the physical, mental, and emotional challenges that many sepsis survivors face after leaving the hospital.

Hear the full conversation on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Plus, earn free CE credits while you listen! 🎧

Learn more at SepsisPodcast.org.

Dottie, a healthy and active 37-year-old mom of two, never imagined the flu could nearly take her life. On February 15, ...
08/11/2025

Dottie, a healthy and active 37-year-old mom of two, never imagined the flu could nearly take her life.

On February 15, 2025, she fell ill and was later diagnosed with influenza.

When her condition deteriorated, she went to the ER, where she coded upon arrival. Doctors discovered she had pneumonia and was in septic shock. She was intubated and placed on life support as multiple organs began to fail. Against all odds, Dottie survived after five days on a ventilator and 13 days in the hospital.

Though she’s still recovering and dealing with fatigue, brain fog, and anxiety, she’s back home with her family, attending her kids’ sports events and reconnecting with her community. Dottie now shares her story to raise awareness about sepsis and the importance of acting quickly.

Read Dottie's full story at: https://www.sepsis.org/faces/dottie-badottie-ortega/

Sepsis Alliance Advisory Board member Jackie Duda was recently published in The Lancet! In this powerful and profoundly ...
08/09/2025

Sepsis Alliance Advisory Board member Jackie Duda was recently published in The Lancet! In this powerful and profoundly moving article, Jackie shares more about her experience with post-sepsis syndrome and speaks with others who have also struggled after surviving sepsis.

Jackie's words serve as a vital reminder of the human side of sepsis survivorship and why advocacy, education, and support are so crucial.

Thank you for the work you are doing, Jackie!

📖 Read the full article here: https://sepsisalliance.info/Duda2025

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