This Sepsis Awareness Month, Learn How You Can Help Save a Life

Infections put you and your loved ones at risk for a life-threatening condition called sepsis

September is Sepsis Awareness Month: Learn How You Can Protect Yourself And Your Loved Ones from Sepsis

Anyone can get an infection, and almost any infection, including COVID-19, can lead to sepsis. Sepsis is the body's extreme response to an infection and is a life-threatening medical emergency. September is Sepsis Awareness Month and CDC encourages patients and healthcare professionals to share Get Ahead of Sepsis resources, below, to learn how to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their patients from sepsis: Patients and families: New this year is an updated patient and family brochure. Download and share any of CDC’s FREE patient education materials with your friends and loved ones to learn how to prevent infections, be alert to the signs and symptoms of sepsis, and act fast if sepsis is suspected. Share updated sepsis graphics on social media to educate friends and loved ones about sepsis. Are your children back to school? Talk to your child’s healthcare professional and school nurse about steps you can take to prevent infections that can lead to sepsis. Some steps include taking good care of chronic conditions and getting recommended vaccines. Healthcare professionals: New this year are two fact sheets for long-term care nurses and certified nurse assistants. Download and share CDC’s FREE healthcare professional education materials with your colleagues to educate them about how to recognize signs and symptoms of worsening infection and sepsis, how to get ahead of sepsis, and what to do if they suspect sepsis. Educate your patients and their families about: o  Preventing infections o  Keeping cuts clean and covered until healed o  Managing chronic conditions o  Recognizing early signs and symptoms of worsening infection and sepsis o  Seeking immediate care if signs and symptoms are present

This Sepsis Awareness Month, spread the word about sepsis—you can help save lives. To learn more about sepsis and how to prevent infections, visit www.cdc.gov/sepsis or call 1-800-CDC-INFO.

	#Sepsis is the body’s extreme response to an infection and is a life-threatening medical emergency. This Sepsis Awareness Month, help save a life by downloading and sharing NEW and UPDATED FREE CDC sepsis materials. Learn more: http://bit.ly/2zn8daC #SAM2022

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