Mary was a loving mother diagnosed with cancer in 2009, which led to a severe infection & sepsis. She passed away on April 8, 2009. Her daughter shares this story to raise infection awareness & honors her mom every September during Sepsis Awareness Month. Read more sepsis.org/faces/mary-rutherford/
Did you know that sepsis is a major cause of acute kidney injury?
When the body is overwhelmed, organs can start to fail, making early recognition and treatment crucial. Protect your kidneys by knowing the risks and acting fast!
Learn more at: https://www.sepsis.org/sepsisand/kidney-failure/
Patient safety starts with awareness. Sepsis can affect anyone, and early recognition can save lives. Learn the signs and risks to protect yourself and those you care for. Visit sepsis.org for trusted resources and share your knowledge with others. Remember, knowledge is protection.
Saint Phillip Houseworth was a beloved brother, uncle, dog dad, and world traveler. In late Dec. 2024, he fell ill, which his family didn’t recognize as sepsis. Sadly, he passed away shortly after. His sister shares his story to raise awareness. Read more: sepsis.org/faces/saint-phillip-houseworth/
It’s Patient Safety Awareness Week! This week is a reminder that safe care is a team effort. Clinicians, patients, and families all play a role in preventing harm.
Faster recognition and better care happen when we work together.
Learn more at https://www.sepsis.org/march-sam15/
At 9, Matthew developed septic shock from Strep A and spent 10 days in the ICU. He battled sepsis again in 2020 due to an immune deficiency. Now a thriving student, he raises sepsis awareness. Read more: sepsis.org/faces/matthew-h/
A simple urinary tract infection (UTI) can turn life-threatening ‼️
The term #urosepsis describes sepsis caused by a UTI. While UTIs are common and most are treatable, a UTI has the potential to spiral into #sepsis.
Learn more about sepsis and UTIs: https://loom.ly/2b5Ke5g
Tre’Vaughn, treated for neonatal sepsis in 2008 from an enterococcus faecalis infection, faces daily challenges from post-sepsis syndrome. Now 16, he has collaborated with over 20 specialists and strives for a typical teenage life. Read Tre’Vaughn’s story: sepsis.org/faces/trevaughn-green/
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After a routine hysterectomy in March 2023, Wandalis was quickly hospitalized with septic shock. She spent over 40 days in the hospital and needed blood transfusions. She now shares her story to highlight the dangers of sepsis and the need for early action. Read more: sepsis.org/faces/wandalis-p/
🌟 March highlights the link between sepsis and patient safety. Sepsis is a major cause of preventable deaths, but with early recognition and evidence-based care, we can make a difference. Let's empower patients for safer outcomes! Learn more: SepsisAwarenessMonth.org #15YearsOfSAM #SepsisAwareness
After septic shock and COVID-19 left her unable to move, Jacqueline spent 14 weeks in the hospital and faced months of recovery for Adult-Onset Still’s Disease. Despite lasting organ damage, she stays positive. Read her story: sepsis.org/faces/jacqueline-n/
It’s not too late to register! Join the Sepsis Alliance Symposium: Diagnostics and Diagnostic Stewardship, March 11–12. RN CE & CME credits available. Register today: https://sepsisalliance.info/DX
#Sepsis #SepsisLearning #Diagnostics #DiagnosticStewardship
Shirley experienced months of illness & multiple doctor visits without answers. After a severe nosebleed, she was life-flighted due to septic shock from an infected pacemaker wire. Her family shares her story to highlight the importance of timely care. Her story: sepsis.org/faces/shirley-lewis/
Jessica’s health crisis began in February 2024 with gallstone treatment that led to severe pancreatitis and sepsis. After 20 days in ICU and several surgeries, she continued recovery at home while facing setbacks but fought through each challenge. Read her story: sepsis.org/faces/jessica-quintana/
Anyone can get seriously ill from the flu, even healthy people. Protect yourself and others: get vaccinated.
It's not too late to get your flu shot. Learn more: sepsis.org/flu
#FluSeason #FightFlu #SepsisAwareness #PublicHealth
Join a Sepsis Alliance Connect Affinity Group!
Meet monthly with others facing #sepsis and similar experiences. Share, connect, and support each other.
Membership is free! Sign up at SepsisConnect.org
Jess was 34 weeks pregnant when a stomach bug turned into a severe Group A Strep infection. After becoming septic, she had an emergency cesarean and spent weeks in ICU. Her story highlights the urgency of recognizing sepsis symptoms. Read Jess’ story: sepsis.org/faces/jess-s/
Your story can save lives. Sharing your experience with sepsis raises awareness and highlights the need for early recognition. Tag @SepsisAlliance to help others find reliable resources and support. Together, we can make a difference. #15YearsofSAM #SepsisAwarenessMonth #SepsisAwareness #Sepsis
Jesse, a college student, faced a life-threatening infection after a routine wisdom tooth removal. She experienced severe swelling, chest pain, and difficulty breathing, leading to an emergency hospital visit. Read Jesse’s story: sepsis.org/faces/jesse-fries/ #sepsisawareness #sepsis
February is a time to connect and support one another. Join Sepsis Alliance Connect, a virtual community for those impacted by sepsis to share experiences, resources, and encouragement. Learn more and sign up for free at SepsisConnect.org.
#15YearsofSAM #SepsisAwarenessMonth
Nicholas, an active 11-year-old football lover, nearly lost his life to sepsis after being sent home despite early signs of illness. After 34 days in the ICU and multiple surgeries, he now works hard in therapy to regain strength. Read Nicholas’ story: sepsis.org/faces/nicholas-mata/
“No, I’m not overreacting — my body’s overreacting.”
Sepsis isn’t panic. It’s the body in crisis.
Watch for T.I.M.E.:
Temperature, Infection, Mental decline, Extremely ill.
When in doubt, seek urgent care and say the word: sepsis.
Honor a sepsis survivor’s strength by making a gift in their name. Celebrate their resilience while supporting others on their healing journey. Your generosity turns survival into hope for many families.
🎁 Give today: Give.Sepsis.org #15YearsofSAM #SepsisAwarenessMonth #SepsisAwareness #Sepsis
Lisa faced severe kidney stones and infections. Post-surgery, she had difficulty breathing and a high fever. After tough IV access and concerns about a coma, antibiotics helped stabilize her. Now she’s recovering from sepsis trauma and remains hopeful. Her story: sepsis.org/faces/lisa-davis/ #sepsis
Sepsis Survivor Week | February 8–14, 2026
Join us in honoring sepsis survivors and highlighting the challenges they face. Let's raise awareness, share stories, and support the community. Visit SepsisSurvivorWeek.org for resources and events. #15YearsofSAM #SepsisAwarenessMonth #Sepsis
It's Sepsis Survivor Week!
This week, we honor the strength and resilience of sepsis survivors and shine a light on the physical, emotional, and mental challenges many face long after the hospital.
Learn more and find resources at SepsisSurvivorWeek.org!
📢 Big news in the fight against sepsis! Federal leaders have approved $5 million for sepsis prevention. Key maternal health policies have also been strengthened to help prevent infections that could lead to sepsis.
Read more: https://sepsisalliance.info/5M #SepsisAwareness
📣 We want to hear from you, Sepsis Survivors! Your voice matters. Share a short video telling the world what you want people to know about sepsis and life after survival. 📩 Send your video to acolvin@sepsis.org #15YearsofSAM #SepsisAwarenessMonth #SepsisAwareness #Sepsis
🚨 Code Sepsis 🚨
You heard them call “code sepsis” on #ThePitt last night, but what does it mean? Code sepsis is a rapid response protocol to identify and treat sepsis in the hospital.
#CodeSepsis isn’t just for tv - it saves lives!
Learn more at sepsis.org.
