Emma’s Story
Following a routine surgery for endometriosis, Emma Vehviläinen experienced pain so immense that she was unable to get out of bed. If she hadn’t arrived at A&E when she did, Emma was told by doctors that she might have lost her life later that day. Emma is now...
Andy’s Story
After being hospitalised with suspected necrotising fasciitis, Andy discovered he had developed sepsis and narrowly avoided having his leg amputated. However, it could have been much worse… If it wasn’t for his wife insisting on calling 111 when she did, Andy might...
Naj’s Story
After having had toxic shock syndrome before in 2014, 38-year-old Naj Devgun developed sepsis after a routine operation in April 2023. His reluctance to call in sick to work meant that he came close to never seeing his 18-month-year-old daughter again – and so he is...