“The fact is that farmers and labourers are at increased risk of becoming infected, so any cuts should be cleaned thoroughly, disinfected and covered before returning to work." This week is the Farm Safety Foundation (Yellow Wellies)'s #FarmSafetyWeek and this story highlights the importance of the farming community knowing the signs and symptoms of #sepsis – particularly since farming has the poorest safety record of any occupation in the UK: https://lnkd.in/eUYqWWRa Learn more about our work with NFU Mutual to raise awareness of a condition that claims 48,000 lives each year in the UK: https://lnkd.in/e_Sh3wVw
The UK Sepsis Trust
Hospitals and Health Care
The UK's leading sepsis charity, raising awareness of the condition and providing vital support to people affected.
About us
Many people have never heard of sepsis, or if they have, people are often confused about what it is, and what signs to look out for. However, sepsis kills 48,000 people in the UK every year, which is more than breast, bowel and prostate cancer deaths combined. If it isn’t treated immediately as a medical emergency, it can take someone’s life in under 24 hours. Sepsis is the body’s over-reaction to an infection or injury, which causes the immune system to attack its own organs and tissues. It affects 245,000 people every year in the UK and is responsible for 1 in 5 deaths worldwide (11 million people). If not caught quickly enough, sepsis can result in organ failure, amputation and death. However, with early diagnosis it can be treated with intravenous antibiotics and fluids, and the outlook is often good for the majority of patients who seek urgent medical attention. Sepsis is triggered by any infection or injury (no matter how minor either may seem), and can affect anyone, regardless of existing health conditions. Some of the most common causes of sepsis in both adults and children are from urinary tract infections, infected cuts or bites, a wound from trauma or recent surgery and chest infections. The UK Sepsis Trust was founded in 2012 by NHS consultant, Dr Ron Daniels BEM. We work tirelessly to raise awareness of the life-threatening condition, instigate political change for better outcomes for sepsis patients, educate healthcare professionals, and provide vital support to people who have been affected by sepsis. The Trust offer a free, confidential listening service facilitated by our team of specialist sepsis support nurses, as well as support groups specific to our service user’s circumstances. The UK Sepsis Trust registered charity number (England & Wales) 1158843 (Scotland) SC050277.
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http://sepsistrust.org/
External link for The UK Sepsis Trust
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Birmingham
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2012
- Specialties
- Charity, Support, Healthcare, Awareness, Fundraising, Sepsis, SepsisAwareness, and Community health
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
Birmingham, GB
Employees at The UK Sepsis Trust
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Jean Edwards
Freelance Producer, Showcaller, Stage Manager
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Philip Beard
NED and Advisor to Various listed and Private Companies
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Mark Stock
Governance, Risk and Assurance board advisor, focused on supporting health tech start-ups address health inequality.
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Tiffany Thorn
Founder and CEO at BiVictriX Therapeutics plc, Trustee at The UK Sepsis Trust and Action AML UK
Updates
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🚨 Last chance alert! 🚨 Attention all healthcare organisations – including dentists, GPs, pharmacies, and hospitals: this is your final opportunity to get your FREE World Sepsis Day Healthcare Pack! Let's come together to raise awareness during Sepsis Awareness Month this September A huge thank you to Iceland Foods Charitable Foundation for making these packs possible! 🙏 Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/evadU93K
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Thank you so much to Alex Stockdale and Katie Elgie-Scott for holding a #Sepsis Awareness Ball on 24th May 2024! Katie says: “I had sepsis and was so lucky to still be here. I wanted to raise money and raise awareness for this amazing charity.” They raised an incredible £3,620.68 to help those affected by the condition 🧡 If you’d like to hold your own event, from a ball to a bake sale, we offer tailored support and resources via: https://lnkd.in/easYSPhZ
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🚨 New podcast episode! In episode 13 of Sepsis Voices, UKST’s Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels speaks with Jane Plumb MBE, Founder of Group B Strep Support (GBSS). This episode was recorded and released in time for Group B Strep Awareness Month. Tune in to learn: 🍼 Jane’s family story 🦠 The risks of Group B Strep for newborns and adults 📊 The importance of better data collection 🤝 How charity collaborations can make a difference Don't miss out on this powerful conversation. Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eBg7Q5jB
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Join the world’s best-selling mud run and take on the 2024 Tough Mudder for UKST! A test of strength, stamina and mental grit, this fun but intense obstacle course is perfect for friendly competition against friends and colleagues - and you can help families affected by #sepsis at the same time. By running with us, you’ll receive support from our dedicated fundraising team and a guaranteed entry place for your chosen run. Learn more and find your nearest course: https://lnkd.in/enST_HDN
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Kit your garden out for summer while making a difference! easyfundraising partners with brands such as Argos John Lewis & Partners and Amazon - and every time you make a purchase you’ll be contributing to our life-saving cause, at no extra cost to you. Sign up: https://lnkd.in/e6nTQ5RM
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We’re extremely grateful to Shropshire Young Farmers for their support! 🧡 County Chairman Max Porter took the challenge of pushing a bed 53 miles from Whitchurch to Ludlow to raise an incredible £2,450 for the UK Sepsis Trust and Alzheimer's Society. Max took on the 53-mile challenge and was joined by the 17 Shropshire YFC clubs and their members along the way for the two-day challenge. Read more about the challenge here: https://lnkd.in/epdRtWbp Ahead of Farm Safety Week next week, learn more about the work we’re doing in partnership with NFU Mutual to raise awareness about the risk of #sepsis among farmers: https://lnkd.in/e_Sh3wVw
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Improve your wellbeing and raise vital funds for those affected by #sepsis with our August Yoga Challenge! Commit to doing just 20 minutes a day, and every stretch, pose, and mindful moment will help us get closer to our goal of ending preventable sepsis deaths 🙏❤️ This challenge is for people of all ages, whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just starting out. If you’re not able to practice on a mat due to a disability from sepsis, then why not meditate in a way that suits you? You’ll also get a free t-shirt once you receive your first donation! Sign up to our Facebook group here: https://lnkd.in/g58fSqPV
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After she attended A&E with a gut instinct her cold was 'something worse', doctors discovered Leah Denney was suffering from a combination of flu, Strep A, pneumonia and a kidney infection that had led to sepsis. She's bravely shared her ordeal, including dealing with Post Sepsis Syndrome in this article: https://lnkd.in/eXDvwCnn If you or a loved one have had similar experiences of sepsis, feel free to get in touch with our Support Nurses for free via our website for support 🧡: https://lnkd.in/eX7T6HT
Mum misdiagnosed with at UTI... then ended up in a coma with sepsis
dailymail.co.uk
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Our next face-to-face support and connect group runs in Derbyshire on Thursday 18th July at 7.30pm. Run by our experienced, welcoming volunteers, the group is a chance for you to share your story as a #sepsis survivor and receive support from peers. The group will take place at Nottingham Road Community Fire Station, Chaddesden, Derby, DE21 6FP. No need to sign up, just pop along – and feel free to bring a friend or family member for extra support. Learn more about our post-sepsis support options, from Facebook groups to one-to-one phone calls, here: https://lnkd.in/eX7T6HT
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