World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW) calls for global awareness, stronger understanding, and better healthcare practices to stop AMR from undermining life-saving treatments.

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These findings show the high costs of sepsis care extend well beyond discharge, raising concerns about the post-discharge care needs of survivors.

Read the systematic review here:

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Maternal sepsis can start from common infections including UTIs or pneumonia, or complications like prolonged labour or C-sections. Steps that help reduce risk include regular checkups, vaccines, and hygienic care during delivery.

A heartfelt thank-you to our reviewers, including Drs. Lauralyn McIntyre and Edmund Tan, for their unwavering commitment throughout the year. Their support has been invaluable in advancing sepsis research in Canada.

Because sepsis can sometimes be overlooked, it’s important to trust your instincts. If something doesn’t feel right, don’t be afraid to speak up or seek another opinion; acting quickly can make all the difference!

Sepsis doesn’t wait. It can happen to anyone. Kimberley survived thanks to her ICU team, but recovery is long and painful. She shares her story so others can recognize the signs, ask questions, and push for care when needed.

She wasn’t seen as urgent. She wasn’t treated as high-risk. By the time she reached the hospital, her body was shutting down. Emergency surgery, ICU care, and days of uncertainty followed.

These symptoms can be severely overwhelming for survivors, with ICU-treated sepsis survivors having higher rates of sick-leave and early retirement compared to other groups. Increased awareness and understanding of this syndrome are the first steps to improving life after sepsis!