Sepsis Alliance Saves lives by raising awareness of sepsis as a medical emergency and support those impacted by this devastating disease. Some Facts: 1. Sepsis is the #3 cause of death in the U.S. 2. Sepsis is the #1 cost for U.S. hospitals 3. Sepsis is the leading cause of death in U.S. hospitals 4. 80% of sepsis cases arrive at the hospital 5. Sepsis is preventable and treatable in most cases About Sepsis Alliance: Sepsis Alliance is the leading sepsis organization in the U.S., working in all 50 states to save lives and reduce suffering by raising awareness of sepsis as a medical emergency. The organization was founded in 2007 by Carl Flatley, D.D.S., M.S.D., whose daughter Erin unnecessarily died of sepsis when she was 23 years old. In 2011, Sepsis Alliance designated September as Sepsis Awareness Month to bring healthcare professional and community members together in the fight against sepsis. Sepsis Alliance gives a voice to the millions of people who have been touched by sepsis – to the survivors, and the friends and family members of those who have survived or who have died. Sepsis Alliance is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and a GuideStar Gold Rated Charity. For more information, please visit www.sepsis.org.
