Preventing Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) helps future sepsis patients, and it starts with reducing misuse and overuse of antibiotics. Ensuring hospitals get sepsis tests right the first time helps prevent the unnecessary use of broad-spectrum antibiotics. #antibiotics #sepsis

Did you know that people with chronic conditions, such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), are at a higher risk of developing sepsis? Sepsis survivor Jackie Duda shared her story with us in hopes to bring awareness to the connections between her chronic conditions and sepsis.

Jackie’s son’s battle with #sepsis was a powerful reminder of the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare. Sepsis can escalate quickly, making timely and accurate treatment crucial. Jackie’s persistence ensured her son received the care he needed just in time.

"They (blood culture tests) were positive, then negative, then positive... how can they be accurate if they just keep constantly changing. I was never really given any answers" #embolicstroke #betterbloodcultures

What happened to Alex Smith!? #sepsissurvivor #sepsisawareness

"Sepsis changed my life forever." Tara developed sepsis following a hysterectomy surgery. Now, she's urging others to learn from her experience and advocate for themselves in the emergency room. #sepsisawareness #sepsis #sepsissurvivor

🔍 Listen. Learn. Speak Up. 🔍 Each time we speak to someone affected by sepsis, whether a survivor or someone who has lost a loved one, it reveals a critical truth: early recognition and communication about sepsis can be life-saving. #SepsisAwarenessMonth #sepsis2024 #sepsis

Meet Sepsis Survivor Kelli: Kelli survived post-surgical sepsis less than one-year ago. Today, she's a passionate advocate. Her efforts recently led to securing a Sepsis Awareness Month proclamation in the state of New Hampshire. #sepsisawarenessmonth #sepsisawareness

What does a day in the life of an advocate look like? Want to support our mission? voicesofsepsis.org/#take-action to send a letter to your local legislators. It takes less than 5 minutes to make a meaningful impact! #Sepsisawareness #sepsissurvivor #sepsis #sepsisawarenessmonth

How one steak dinner nearly cost Laura her life 😳 Sepsis can escalate quickly, making timely and accurate treatment crucial. Fortunately for Laura, her emergency department doctor refused to accept no for an answer and swiftly intervened to ensure she received proper treatment.

Karen barely survived sepsis after spending a month in the hospital, undergoing multiple surgeries, and learning to walk again. She remains grateful for her family, faith, and the skilled medical team that helped her through the toughest moments. #sepsisawareness #sepsissurvivor

For Lisa, septic shock led to a medically induced coma and multiple amputations, but it doesn't mean the end. There is a beauty in finding that connection between who you are before sepsis and who you are now 💙 #sepsissurvivor #septicshock #amputee #sepsis

Did you know there's an epidemic of inaccurate sepsis testing? False-positive results occur in approximately 30-50% of all positive blood culture results, according to published research at the Denver Health Medical Center and University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.

fter a simple procedure led to two bowel perforations, Sara found herself in septic shock and fighting for her life. 'I am scared of my body,' she said, reflecting on the trauma that still lingers. #sepsisawareness #sepsissurvivor #septicshock

Meet Zach—a multiple-time sepsis survivor who describes it as the most intense pain he’s ever felt. But sepsis hasn’t stopped him from living life to the fullest. His story reminds us that even in the toughest challenges, there’s always a way forward. #sepsissurvivor

Nayana is a true warrior, having survived sepsis three times in her life. Her message? Speak up and advocate for yourself when something doesn’t feel right. “Be annoying, it’s ok. It’s your life.” #sepsissurvivor #sepsisawareness #sepsis

Do you know how sepsis is tested? Blood cultures are a critical tool—but did you know up to 40% of positive results are false-positives? This can lead to misdiagnoses, unnecessary treatments, and delayed care. #sepsis #sepsissurvivor #sepsismisdiagnosis #sepsisawareness

"I wanted to see what my life would look like if I never gave up on myself." We spoke to Brianna about her inspiring journey, and how she defied the odds in her battle with sepsis. #VoicesofSepsis #SepsisSurvivor #SepsisAwareness