Our Story

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 from sepsis. Sepsis Alliance is a charitable organization run by a dedicated team who share a strong commitment to battling sepsis.

Our Vision: A world in which no one is harmed by sepsis.

Our Mission: Save lives and reduce suffering by improving sepsis awareness and care.

Our Background

The organization was founded in 2007, by Dr. Carl Flatley, whose daughter Erin died unnecessarily of sepsis when she was 23 years old. Sepsis Alliance was created to raise sepsis awareness among both the general public and healthcare professionals. Sepsis awareness can and does save lives, yet only 65% of American adults have ever heard the word. 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. Survivors and those left behind often feel as if they are alone.

Our Work

The Sepsis Alliance team is working on producing as much information and educational material as is possible to help the general public become aware of this often deadly condition, and for professionals who can then help the public learn about sepsis when it does strike. This material includes the information available on this site, brochures (also available in Spanish), and videos.

How You Can Help

You can help Sepsis Alliance in its mission by donating funds or by holding a fundraiser on behalf of the organization. You can find more information on our fundraising page.

To learn more about what sepsis is, please visit Definition of Sepsis.

To learn about the after effects of sepsis, both physical and mental, please visit our post-sepsis syndrome section.

If you would like to contact us to ask a question about sepsis or Sepsis Alliance, please check our Frequently Asked Questions page first, to see if it is listed there.

Medical Disclaimer

The information on or available through this site is intended for educational purposes only. Sepsis Alliance does not represent or guarantee that information on or available through this site is applicable to any specific patient’s care or treatment. The educational content on or available through this site does not constitute medical advice from a physician and is not to be used as a substitute for treatment or advice from a practicing physician or other healthcare provider. Sepsis Alliance recommends users consult their physician or healthcare provider regarding any questions about whether the information on or available through this site might apply to their individual treatment or care.

 

Sepsis Alliance is a tax-exempt organization under Sections 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, are deductible for computing income estate taxes. Sepsis Alliance tax ID 38-3110993.