MEREDITH — September is Sepsis Awareness Month, a critical time to raise awareness about a condition that claims the lives of over 350,000 adults in the U.S. every year — more than opioid overdoses, breast cancer, and prostate cancer combined. Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is committed to educating our community on the dangers of sepsis and the importance of early detection and prevention.
Sepsis is the body’s extreme response to an infection and is a life-threatening medical emergency. If not treated promptly, sepsis can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death. It is the number one cause of hospital readmissions in the U.S., costing the healthcare system more than $3.5 billion annually.
To help identify sepsis early, it’s essential to know the signs and symptoms using the acronym TIME:
Temperature: Higher or lower than normal.
Infection: Signs and symptoms of an infection.
Mental Decline: Confusion, sleepiness, difficult to rouse.
Extremely Ill: Severe pain or discomfort, shortness of breath.
Home health care
reduces the risk of sepsis
Early intervention is key to preventing sepsis from escalating. That’s why having skilled home health nurses and aides at following surgery can significantly reduce the risk of developing sepsis. At Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, we provide personalized care designed to promote healing and prevent complications, ensuring our patients have the best possible outcomes.
Our commitment to excellence in patient care has been recognized nationally. Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is proud to announce that we have been awarded the 2024 IPRO Quality Award for our outstanding achievements in reducing emergency department visits and improving transitions of care for our patients. This prestigious award underscores our dedication to enhancing the quality of care we provide to our community.
As we observe Sepsis Awareness Month, we encourage everyone to educate themselves about the dangers of sepsis and take proactive steps to protect themselves and their loved ones.
For more information, call 603-536-2232 or visit pbhha.org
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