Sepsis Support Research Program (Adults)The George Institute for Global Health, Sepsis Australia and partners have launched the SEPSIS SUPPORT Research Program (Adults) to develop co-designed post-sepsis care models aimed at reducing hospital readmissions and enhancing the quality of life for sepsis survivors and their families. What is Sepsis Support Research Program? The Sepsis Support Research…
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In December 2022, toddler Ryan Lines from Broken Hill fell critically ill with sepsis following a Strep A infection. Within days, he was in cardiac arrest and urgently flown to Adelaide for life-saving treatment. Ryan survived—but the impact was profound. He underwent multiple surgeries, including the amputation of both lower legs and several fingers. His […]
In July 2023, I gave birth to our beautiful second daughter, Avalie. It was a challenging C-section, but we were both discharged home on day two. Avalie was feeding well and seemed healthy.The next day, everything felt normal as we adjusted to life with two little ones. But that night, my mum intuition felt off. […]
My name is Desley Soden, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share my experience of sepsis, what happened to me, the impact it had on my family, and why surviving sepsis was only the beginning of my journey. What happened when I developed sepsis? My sepsis journey began on 22 June 2022. I […]
For many Australians, surviving sepsis is just the beginning. Long after discharge, survivors often face a complex and poorly understood set of challenges that may be not only physical but also include a range of health issues such as fatigue, cognitive changes, anxiety, chronic pain, and reduced quality of life. This cluster of ongoing symptoms, […]
Invitation to contribute to research into post sepsis care for childrenHas your child been diagnosed with sepsis?Are you a parent/carer who is bereaved due to sepsis?Have you provided health care to children diagnosed with sepsis or parents/carers bereaved due to sepsis? Sepsis can have long-lasting effects on children and families. Research shows that 28-34% of…
Sepsis Australia is a collaborative of individuals and organisations who are working to prevent sepsis, improve outcomes for sepsis survivors and support families and carers, and those bereaved by sepsis.
Our Work STOPPING SEPSIS NATIONAL ACTION PLAN (SSNAP) In 2018 the Australian Sepsis Network and The George Institute for Global Health launched the National Action Plan to reduce the number of people who lose their lives each year to sepsis – a life-threatening condition that occurs when the body’s response to infection injures tissues and organs. Summary of key…
