Gary’s story

Gary’s story

For Gary Daltrey, a West Highland Terrier called Billy is more than just a pet – he’s his “best mate”. But in May 2024, a harmless game of fetch with the dog he named after Billy Idol nearly cost him his life…  He’s sharing his story now to help raise awareness about...
Jack’s story

Jack’s story

At the age of 23, Jack Taylor developed sepsis in September 2023 after what appeared to be a minor football injury to his foot. Within days of developing flu-like symptoms, he deteriorated rapidly, suffering organ failure and requiring multiple surgeries and intensive...
Emma’s story

Emma’s story

Emma Musson was just 18 and finishing her first year at university when she developed sepsis following a perforated appendix that was initially mistaken for a minor illness. What began as abdominal pain and nausea during a shift at work quickly escalated into organ...
Bernie’s story

Bernie’s story

Seven-year-old Bernie Massey was rushed to hospital with life-threatening sepsis after what initially appeared to be a routine chest infection. Within hours of being sent home with antibiotics, his condition deteriorated rapidly, leaving him unresponsive and...
Tom’s story

Tom’s story

Harriet Beveridge, a working mum of two teenage boys from Bath, thought her 17-year-old son Tom had picked up a nasty virus circulating at school. Within days, what began as a cold-like illness progressed to life-threatening sepsis caused by Covid-19 and streptococcal...
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