As kategarraway shared news of husband Derek's sepsis scare, we look at signs to look out for if you think you have sepsis, from UKSepsisTrust sepsis KateGarraway
Kate Garraway shared news of husband Derek Draper's health scare that left him with “life-threatening” sepsis. The sepsis hospitalisation caused Kate, 55, to take a three-week absence from her presenting duties on Good Morning Britain.
What is Sepsis? Sepsis is a form of blood poisoning which happens when the body over-reacts to an infection and starts to damage its own tissues and organs. Normally our immune system is strong and fights infection effectively. Five people die with sepsis every hour in the UK, whilst 40% of all sepsis survivors suffer permanent, life-changing after effects.
Sepsis signs to look out for Sepsis sufferers can exhibit flu, chest infection or gastroenteritis symptoms, which appear differently in adults and children.If you have any of these symptoms, seek medical help immediately. SEPSIS is a handy acronym to remember, as below:If your children have any of these symptoms, seek medical help immediately.
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