Words Of Sepsis

Sepsis Research FEAT

Welcome to the Sepsis Research FEAT Words Of Sepsis podcasts. Throughout September, Sepsis Awareness Month, we'll be talking to sepsis survivors and their families about their experiences. Some of the stories you hear may be quite painful, many are uplifting. They are stories of shock, fear, sometimes loss, often courage, but also hope. Sepsis is a condition that still takes the lives of some 50,000 people in the UK every year. That's more than five lives lost every hour. Our hope is that through these podcasts, many more people will become aware of sepsis and that some of the loss and suffering related to sepsis can be prevented as you increase your own knowledge and the knowledge of others. So do please listen, share these Words Of Sepsis and help us to raise awareness and save lives. read less
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Episodes

Sepsis Research FEAT - How it all began and where the charity is going
01-09-2022
Sepsis Research FEAT - How it all began and where the charity is going
Welcome to Words Of Sepsis, the podcast from Sepsis Research FEAT to mark Sepsis Awareness Month 2022.In this episode you'll hear from Craig Stobo, the founding chair of Sepsis Research FEAT and Professor Kenneth Baillie, who leads one of the key research projects funded by the charity.Craig explains why he set up the charity after his wife and baby daughter died from sepsis and his own experience of contracting sepsis.Professor Kenneth Baillie offers insight into the GenOMICC study from the Roslin Institute at the University of Edinburgh since 2018.The research programme is looking into our genes and how they can impact our likelihood to develop a critical illness like sepsis.Sepsis is a condition that still takes the lives of some 50,000 people in the UK every year. That's about five lives lost every hour. Our hope is that through these podcasts, many more people will become aware of sepsis and that some of the loss and suffering related to sepsis can be prevented as you increase your knowledge and the knowledge of others.Do check out all eight episodes in the series and share them as widely as you can using them to start conversations with friends and family about sepsis. It could save a life possibly even your own.If you've been affected by anything you've heard, or you'd like more information about the groundbreaking research into sepsis that the charity funds please do visit our website. www.sepsisresearch.org.uk, where you can also make a donation. You'll be helping us to save lives today and fund research for tomorrow.
Sepsis In Very Young Children - Cy and Aimee's stories.
05-09-2022
Sepsis In Very Young Children - Cy and Aimee's stories.
Welcome to Words Of Sepsis, the podcast from Sepsis Research FEAT to mark Sepsis Awareness Month 2022.In this episode you'll hear from Cy and Aimee. Cy's son Oliver was just 5 weeks old when he contracted sepsis and became very poorly. He's made a full recovery, but his illness had a lasting impact on the family.Aimee's a mum of 8, so she's seen her fair share of childhood illnesses. Her youngest child Corey, developed sepsis over the Christmas holiday last year. He's also made a full recovery, and doctors are using his case in one of the key research projects backed by Sepsis Research FEAT.Sepsis is a condition that still takes the lives of some 50,000 people in the UK every year. That's about five lives lost every hour. Our hope is that through these podcasts, many more people will become aware of sepsis and that some of the loss and suffering related to sepsis can be prevented as you increase your knowledge and the knowledge of others.Do check out all eight episodes in the series and share them as widely as you can using them to start conversations with friends and family about sepsis. It could save a life possibly even your own.If you've been affected by anything you've heard, or you'd like more information about the groundbreaking research into sepsis that the charity funds please do visit our website. www.sepsisresearch.org.uk, where you can also make a donation. You'll be helping us to save lives today and fund research for tomorrow.
Losing Your Limbs To Sepsis - Kim's Story
15-09-2022
Losing Your Limbs To Sepsis - Kim's Story
Welcome to Words Of Sepsis, the podcast from Sepsis Research FEAT to mark Sepsis Awareness Month 2022.In this episode you'll hear from Kim. She was on holiday in Spain when she developed back pain. She thought she had a urine infection and even with trips to the hospital and doctors her condition deteriorated. In fact Kim was airlifted back to the UK where medical staff were amazed she was alive.Kim's story is one of determination and courage as she spent months in hospital, first battling sepsis itself. And then in rehab after having her hands and legs amputated because of sepsis.Sepsis is a condition that still takes the lives of some 50,000 people in the UK every year. That's about five lives lost every hour. Our hope is that through these podcasts, many more people will become aware of sepsis and that some of the loss and suffering related to sepsis can be prevented as you increase your knowledge and the knowledge of others.Do check out all eight episodes in the series and share them as widely as you can using them to start conversations with friends and family about sepsis. It could save a life possibly even your own.If you've been affected by anything you've heard, or you'd like more information about the groundbreaking research into sepsis that the charity funds please do visit our website. www.sepsisresearch.org.uk, where you can also make a donation. You'll be helping us to save lives today and fund research for tomorrow.
Developing Sepsis From Food Poisoning - Farah's story
22-09-2022
Developing Sepsis From Food Poisoning - Farah's story
Welcome to Words Of Sepsis, the podcast from Sepsis Research FEAT to mark Sepsis Awareness Month 2022.In this episode you'll hear from Farah. She was diagnosed with sepsis after getting food poisoning. At first she didn't think her condition was serious, and even ignored advice from 111 about going to A&E! But as she became increasingly ill it became apparent she needed urgent care. Farah has now made a full recovery and is back to full fitness, even taking on a Tough Mudder challenge this summer.Her message is to always listen to doctors when they tell you to get something checked out!Sepsis is a condition that still takes the lives of some 50,000 people in the UK every year. That's about five lives lost every hour. Our hope is that through these podcasts, many more people will become aware of sepsis and that some of the loss and suffering related to sepsis can be prevented as you increase your knowledge and the knowledge of others.Do check out all eight episodes in the series and share them as widely as you can using them to start conversations with friends and family about sepsis. It could save a life possibly even your own.If you've been affected by anything you've heard, or you'd like more information about the groundbreaking research into sepsis that the charity funds please do visit our website. www.sepsisresearch.org.uk, where you can also make a donation. You'll be helping us to save lives today and fund research for tomorrow.
Health Challenges After Sepsis - Rachel's Story
17-02-2023
Health Challenges After Sepsis - Rachel's Story
Welcome to Words Of Sepsis, the podcast from Sepsis Research FEAT to mark Sepsis Awareness Month 2022.This episode is particularly poignant for us, it was recorded by our wonderful supporter Rachel shortly before her sudden death. We would like to dedicate this episode to Rachel’s memory in recognition of her ardent desire to spread awareness of sepsis and to help others. We were so grateful for Rachel’s tremendous support and assistance and to all those who contributed to these podcasts and made this series possible. In this episode, recorded in Summer 2022, Rachel talked about how an undiagnosed kidney stone went on to have far reaching consequences for her. The story she told focused on her life after sepsis and the challenges she faced. Sepsis is a condition that still takes the lives of some 50,000 people in the UK every year. That's about five lives lost every hour. Our hope is that through these podcasts, many more people will become aware of sepsis and that some of the loss and suffering related to sepsis can be prevented as you increase your knowledge and the knowledge of others.Do check out all eight episodes in the series and share them as widely as you can using them to start conversations with friends and family about sepsis. It could save a life possibly even your own.If you've been affected by anything you've heard, or you'd like more information about the groundbreaking research into sepsis that the charity funds please do visit our website. www.sepsisresearch.org.uk, where you can also make a donation. You'll be helping us to save lives today and fund research for tomorrow.