September is Sepsis Awareness Month, let's spread vital information about this life-threatening condition. Sepsis is a body's extreme response to an infection that can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and even death. Early recognition and prompt medical intervention CAN SAVE LIVES.
SIGNS:
S - Slurred Speech or Confusion
E - Extreme Shivering or Muscle Pain / Fever
P - Passing No Urine All Day
S - Severe Breathlessness
I - It Feels Like You're Going to Die
S - Skin Mottled or Discolored
WSD/CDC FACTS:
- 1 in 5 deaths worldwide is associated with sepsis
- 47 to 50 million sepsis cases per year
- At least 11 million deaths per year
- #1 cause of deaths in hospitals/readmissions
Let's create an impact by familiarizing ourselves with the signs and sharing this knowledge far and wide. Together, we can help prevent sepsis, ensure timely treatment, and create a world where no one suffers unnecessarily.