Sepsis Awareness, Prevention & Recovery

 

Sepsis can be prevented!

You can reduce the risk of getting sepsis by practicing the following:

  • Good hand washing

  • Good body hygiene

  • Keep wounds clean

  • Keep vaccinations up to date

  • Know the signs and symptoms

  • Get medical attention if you suspect sepsis

The recovery from sepsis takes time.

Many Sepsis survivors face long-term mental and physical consequences.

Mental

  • Changes in mood

  • Depression

  • Poor concentration

Higher risk of illness

  • Cardiovascular disease

  • Dementia

  • Amputation

Physical

  • Weakness/fatigue

  • Difficulty sleeping

  • Lack of appetite

 

Engage

You can help spread awareness of Sepsis by:

Signing the World Sepsis Day declaration

Involve Sepsis patient advisors

Hear or share your story of Sepsis through one of the following partners:

  1. Canadian Sepsis Foundation

  2. Sepsis Alliance

  3. Action on Sepsis Podcast

Empower

Learn more about how to prevent infections that could lead to Sepsis by visiting the Canadian Sepsis Foundation.

To learn more about sepsis, join us on September 13th (online or in-person) at our event, Transforming the Trajectory of Sepsis.