Harry’s story

Harry’s story

After developing sepsis at just 16 weeks old, Harry was rushed to hospital and fought for his life as doctors worked urgently to stabilise him.  His mother, Mollie, is sharing his story to raise awareness of how quickly sepsis can escalate and to encourage parents to...
Helen’s story

Helen’s story

Helen Caffrey, a former ambulance service road crew member, never imagined that she would one day find herself fighting for her life against sepsis. Despite her medical awareness, she didn’t initially suspect sepsis when she began feeling unwell three weeks...
Natalie’s Story

Natalie’s Story

Natalie Portinari, who has survived sepsis three times and lives with chronic kidney disease urges people to “live each day like (their) last.” She shares her story to raise awareness about the subtle symptoms of chronic kidney disease and sepsis. She believes her...
Lizzie’s Story

Lizzie’s Story

A mum-of-two who developed sepsis after having an elective C-section went from being fit and healthy to being in and out of hospital with numerous infections for a year. Teacher Lizzie wanted to share her story to raise awareness about the symptoms of sepsis. When...
Katie’s Story

Katie’s Story

Katie developed sepsis after getting the shivers in 2017 – she went from being a fitness instructor to not being strong enough to push her glasses up her nose.   After being in an induced coma for three weeks, she miraculously survived and feels “so lucky”. She now...
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