World Sepsis Day

World Sepsis Day takes place on 13 September, a global day raising awareness of sepsis, the body’s life-threatening response to infection. Knowing the signs and acting fast saves lives.

When is World Sepsis Day?

World Sepsis Day is marked every September (September 13). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.

Why World Sepsis Day matters

Sepsis can affect anyone and becomes serious very quickly, yet it is often missed because the symptoms can look like other illnesses. Raising awareness helps people seek urgent help in time. Explore community support volunteering.

How to get involved in World Sepsis Day

There are three simple ways to make World Sepsis Day count:

• Volunteer — volunteer with a sepsis or health charity to support survivors and help at awareness events. Browse opportunities.
• Fundraise — fundraise for sepsis research and support through a sponsored challenge or community event.
• Raise awareness — learn and share the signs of sepsis so people know to ask: could it be sepsis?.

World Sepsis Day volunteering opportunities

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Get involved with World Sepsis Day

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