Sepsis Alliance

07/16/2025

Hey there, Sepsis Superhero! Have you joined the 9th Annual Sepsis Superhero Challenge yet? If not, what are you waiting for?! ⏰

Not only will you be supporting a fantastic cause, but you’ll also have the chance to earn exclusive incentives when you reach certain fundraising milestones. It’s our way of celebrating your awesome commitment to making a difference! 💪

Whether you’re a solo superstar or gathering your squad, every mile run and every dollar raised powers Sepsis Alliance’s lifesaving awareness programs. So, lace up those running shoes 👟, rally your friends 👭, and get ready to have some fun 🥳!

Register at SepsisSuperheroes.org 👍

07/15/2025

Hospital-onset sepsis is one of the most urgent (and complex) challenges in modern healthcare.

On this episode of The Sepsis Spectrum, Nicole Kupchik is joined by Dr. Jennifer Gienstra and Dr. Emi Minejima to unpack how healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), antimicrobial resistance, and diagnostic delays collide to create high-risk situations for patients.

Tune in now on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Earn free CE credits while you listen 🎧

Learn more at SepsisPodcast.org.

07/14/2025

Sherry’s battle with began with a UTI (urinary tract infection). The infection became life-threatening, landing Sherry in the ICU for three days. After being discharged, the health struggles continued. Sherry made multiple trips to the ER due to anaphylactic shock for an unknown allergic reaction and was eventually diagnosed with mast cell activation syndrome triggered by the original sepsis.

Now, Sherry takes allergy medication daily, carries an EpiPen, and follows a strict low-histamine diet. Sherry has also experienced cognitive decline, memory loss, and difficulty processing information.

Read about Sherry's experience here: https://www.sepsis.org/faces/sherry-s/

I became septic after a UTI that sent me to ICU for 3days. (Sepsis and Urinary Tract Infections) Weeks after I got out of hospital. I had to several trips

07/12/2025

📣 New here? Let’s start with the basics.

Sepsis is the body’s overwhelming response to infection. It’s a medical emergency that can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death if not treated quickly.

🦠 Any infection — like from a cut, the flu, or a UTI — can lead to sepsis.
💥 It affects 1.7 million people in the U.S. each year.
⏱ Early recognition and treatment saves lives.

Swipe through to learn more, and visit Sepsis.org!

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07/11/2025

September is Sepsis Awareness Month — and it’s closer than you think!

Get a head start and grab your sepsis awareness gear now so you're ready to show your support, raise awareness, and help save lives. Early action = bigger impact.

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📦 Order early to ensure delivery in time for September

Every purchase supports education and advocacy for sepsis awareness.

07/10/2025

On the latest episode of The Sepsis Spectrum, EMS thought leader Eric Bauer of FlightBridgeED sits down with Nicole Kupchik Consulting & Education to discuss why respiratory rate matters more than we thought, what end-tidal CO₂ is really telling us, and how to follow protocols without tunnel vision.

🎧 Tune in now on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Earn free CE credits while you listen 🎧

🙌 Learn more at SepsisPodcast.org

07/10/2025

Jennifer went in for a routine endometrial ablation, expecting a quick recovery. Three days later, she developed a 103.6°F fever and flu-like symptoms. Concerned, she followed her doctor’s advice and went to the ER to rule out infection. She was quickly transferred to the original hospital that performed the procedure and immediately hooked up to multiple IVs.

At just 35, she underwent a life-saving hysterectomy. Jennifer survived but now lives with long-term complications from her experience. What began as a simple outpatient procedure turned into a life-altering experience. She now shares her story to raise awareness and help others recognize the signs.

Read Jennifer's experience: https://www.sepsis.org/faces/jennifer-fitch/

I went in for a routine endometrial ablation, expecting about a week of downtime before getting back to my normal life. But three days after the

07/08/2025

Can pre-hospital teams catch sepsis sooner? ⏰

On this week's episode of The Sepsis Spectrum, our host, Nicole Kupchik, sits down with EMS thought leader Eric Bauer to break down how tools like capnography, lactate testing, and passive leg raise are transforming early sepsis care. Tune in now on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧

Learn more at SepsisPodcast.org 🎓

07/07/2025

At the end of her freshman year of college, Kimora was diagnosed with and throat. She was sent home with a Z-pack (antibiotics). A week later, her condition had worsened.

Despite being told to ride it out, she trusted her instincts and went to the hospital. There, she was diagnosed with sepsis and admitted immediately. Kimora spent her finals week hospitalized, fighting a life-threatening infection. Since then, her health has declined significantly, leaving her with a weakened immune system and lasting effects. She says she hasn’t felt the same since.

Kimora urges others to take their health seriously and to advocate for themselves. “If something feels wrong, it probably is and if it isn’t it’s better to be safe than sorry,” she says. Her decision to seek help when she did ultimately saved her life.

Read Kimora's full experience here: https://www.sepsis.org/faces/kimora-branch/

At the end of my freshman year of college, I went to the doctor because I was feeling sick. He told me I had pneumonia and strep, gave me a Z pack, and

07/04/2025

🦠 What do your dog, your dinner, and your environment have to do with sepsis risk?

In Episode 2 of The Sepsis Spectrum, learn how human-pet relationships, dietary patterns, and environmental exposures all shape microbial health and, potentially, susceptibility to infection. Tune in now on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Earn free CE credits while you listen 🎧

SepsisPodcast.org for more information!

07/03/2025

🚨 Spotting sepsis early can save lives.

In Episode 1 of The Sepsis Spectrum, we break down the early warning signs of sepsis and how infection prevention plays a critical role in keeping patients safe—across hospitals, homes, and every care setting in between. Tune in now on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Earn free CE credits while you listen 🎧

💡 Did you know that sepsis is one of the most commonly misdiagnosed life-threatening conditions in ERs?

SepsisPodcast.org for more information!

07/02/2025

Registration is NOW OPEN for the 9th Annual Sepsis Superhero Challenge!

Join sepsis advocates around the globe this September during Sepsis Awareness Month and become the superhero the world needs. Run, walk, bike, swim, dance, or choose your own way to move 1 mile or more in honor of those affected by sepsis. 🏃🚲🏊💃

Whether you’re going solo or forming a team, anyone can be a superhero! Every mile and every dollar raised supports Sepsis Alliance’s life-saving awareness programs. Sign up today and start spreading the word at SepsisSuperheroes.org 🦸