Today is ๐ช๐ผ๐ฟ๐น๐ฑ ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐๐ถ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ โ ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐๐ฒ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ญ๐ฏ, ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฑ. Sepsis causes 1 in 5 deaths worldwide, yet too many people donโt know the signs or how to act. This yearโs theme: โ5 Facts ร 5 Actions.โ Learn the facts. Take the actions. Save lives.
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1. Sepsis contributes to 20% of global deaths.
2. Early recognition and treatment drastically improve survival.
3. Children, older adults, pregnant people, and those with weakened immune systems are at highest risk.
4. Many sepsis cases start from common infections (pneumonia, UTIs, wound infections).
5. Prevention (vaccines, hygiene, infection control) cuts sepsis risk.
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1. Learn and share the warning signs: fever, fast breathing, extreme confusion, very low blood pressure, difficulty breathing.
2. Seek urgent care if sepsis is suspected โ time matters.
3. Strengthen infection prevention: vaccinations, hand hygiene, safe childbirth practices.
4. Train healthcare staff in early sepsis detection and treatment protocols.
5. Advocate for national sepsis plans, funding, and data systems to track progress toward the 2030 Global Agenda for Sepsis.
Join us. Raise awareness. Push for better prevention, faster treatment, and stronger health systems. Every action saves lives.
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