Get Ahead of Sepsis | Sepsis | CDC

Get Ahead of Sepsis | Sepsis | CDC

6 Ways to Join CDC’s Get Ahead of Sepsis Effort

Today, CDC released Get Ahead of Sepsis, a national effort to encourage healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers to prevent infections, be alert to the signs of sepsis, and act fast if sepsis is suspected.

Sepsis is the body’s extreme response to an infection. It is life-threatening, and without timely treatment, sepsis can rapidly lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death.

Register now for CDC’s September 6 “Learn How to Get Ahead of Sepsis” webinar to get an overview of resources and plans.

Also, plan for these six ways you can help Get Ahead of Sepsis during September - Sepsis Awareness Month.

1. Download and distribute new Get Ahead of Sepsis educational materials, which include fact sheets and brochures for patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals.
2. Watch and share “The Domino Effect” video public service announcement and “Four Ways to Get Ahead of Sepsis” video.
3. Add the Get Ahead of Sepsis Twibbon to your social media profile picture.
4. Save the date for and join CDC’s #SepsisChat Twitter chat on Tuesday, September 12, at noon ET.
5. Connect with CDC on social media by:
   • Following @cdcgov, @cdc_ncezid, and www.facebook.com/cdc.
   • Using #GetAheadofSepsis in all social media messages.
   • Sharing new Get Ahead of Sepsis social media graphics.
6. Post the new Get Ahead of Sepsis web buttons to your organization’s website or blog.

CDC encourages you to share these resources and opportunities broadly with your colleagues and partners. Thank you for your help spreading the word that sepsis early recognition and timely treatment saves lives!

Learn more about sepsis at www.cdc.gov/sepsis.