Today is Children’s Grief Awareness Day.  Everyone knows a child who has been affected by the loss of a loved one; in the sepsis community, many of us are very familiar with the grief of our children. Children’s grief can often be overlooked when tragedy hits, and their silence is confused by the belief that […]

It’s every parent’s worst nightmare: your child is very sick, and even after seeing the doctor or visiting the hospital, they’re not improving. You’re left wondering—is it the flu, or could it be sepsis? While flu and sepsis can appear similar at first, there are key differences that can help you recognize when it’s time […]

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, alongside Senators Susan Collins and Bob Casey, introduced the bipartisan SEPSIS Act today. This legislation aims to reduce sepsis-related deaths by directing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to expand their dedicated efforts on sepsis prevention, building on their ongoing work to combat this deadly condition. The bill […]

Pediatric Sepsis Week (April 20–26, 2025) is dedicated to recognizing the children who develop sepsis each year, honoring those who have passed away, and educating parents, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and the public about this life-threatening condition. Our goal remains clear: raise awareness, promote early recognition, and help prevent avoidable tragedies. The Numbers Are Still Staggering Each […]

Having cancer, along with treatments like chemotherapy, significantly increases the risk for infections and sepsis. These are serious medical emergencies that can disrupt treatment, lead to hospitalization, or even result in death. An infection occurs when harmful germs invade the body, causing illness, tissue damage, or disease. For cancer patients, infections can quickly escalate to […]