This Sepsis Awareness Month, Learn How You Can Help Save a Life
September is Sepsis Awareness Month: |
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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:
Healthcare professionals:
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 |
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To learn more about sepsis and how to prevent infections, visit www.cdc.gov/sepsis or call 1-800-CDC-INFO.
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#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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