Sepsis, also known as blood poisoning, is the immune system’s overreaction to an infection or injury. Both severe sepsis, and the resultant septic shock, are medical emergencies that can lead to multi organ failure and death.
Sepsis, also known as blood poisoning, is the immune system’s overreaction to an infection or injury. Both severe sepsis, and the resultant septic shock, are medical emergencies that can lead to multi organ failure and death.
The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is back in the spotlight following a recent inspection from the CQC, which concluded that the maternity services are “inadequate”.
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A young mother from Essex nearly lost her life earlier this year having developed a rash on her stomach shortly after giving birth to her daughter.
Sepsis is commonly seen as the body’s extreme response to infection. It can be a life-threatening emergency and if not treated quickly, the consequences can be catastrophic.
It has been recently reported that Kettering General Hospital may be forced to close after reports of leaving children traumatised and sick through poor care.
Critical incidents have been declared in several NHS Trusts over the last few weeks due to high volume of inpatients, delays in discharges and high volumes of admissions in emergency departments.
On 3 December, Switalskis proudly celebrated International Day of Persons with Disabilities(IDPD), which promotes the rights and wellbeing of people living with disabilities.