Get Your Copy Now: Download the 2023 World Sepsis Day Event Poster, Order Free Prints, and Correct Mistakes
Get Your Copy Now: Download the 2023 World Sepsis Day Event Poster, Order Free Prints, and Correct Mistakes

Update Dec 14: Thank you for your corrections and feedback. Everything has been implemented and you can download the updated poster below. Please remember to order your printed copy by Monday, Dec 18.

Download The Poster

The long-awaited 2023 World Sepsis Day Event Poster is finally here, featuring numerous activities and events held in support of this year's awareness campaign for sepsis worldwide. Feel free to download it below to share online or print it yourself.

Order Printed Copies

For the next 11 days, until Monday, December 18, 2023, you can order free printed copies of the 2023 WSD Event Poster via our shop – shipped free of charge to your home or office, as a token of appreciation for your support of World Sepsis Day. Please use the discount code ‘2023POSTER’ to get free shipping. Take advantage of the offer by adding anything from our online shop (like t-shirts, hoodies, stickers, lanyards, and more). Free shipping is valid as long as you order at least one poster and use the discount code. Both offers expire on Monday, December 18 23:59h CET. If you need an item from our shop urgently, please note that orders which include a poster will be shipped on December 21, once the posters have been printed. Lastly, please understand that free copies of the poster are limited to 3 copies per institution. Please think about the environment before placing your order. Speaking about the environment, the posters are of course printed on certified sustainable paper.

 
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Report Mistakes / Add Events

Creating the poster is a substantial undertaking annually. If you come across any errors, please inform us, and we will make the necessary corrections and re-upload an updated version. If your event occurred later, took place online, or is absent for any other reason, please reach out to us – it's not too late to include it.

Donate to Support World Sepsis Day

In these challenging times, contributing to the causes dear to you is more crucial than ever. We would be deeply honored to allocate your donation towards the global battle against sepsis, making a meaningful global impact.

Marvin Zick
‘Sepsis Alarm Boek’ by Sepsis en Daarna, Incl. Contributions by Dr. Daniels and Dr. Fleischmann-Struzek
‘Sepsis Alarm Boek’ by Sepsis en Daarna, Incl. Contributions by Dr. Daniels and Dr. Fleischmann-Struzek

Our friends from ‘Sepsis en daarna’ from the Netherlands have published a new resource on sepsis, called the ‘Sepsis Alarm Boek’.

The booklet contains contributions from former patients, relatives, the bereaved, as well as experts in the field. Amongst them Dr. Ron Daniels, Vice-President of the GSA, and Dr. Carolin Fleischmann-Struzek, researcher and author of various articles and studies about the burden of sepsis.

The booklet was distributed amongst the Members of Parliament who are spokespersons in the field of public health, the Minister and Secretary of Public Health, and the Prime Minister. The aim is to plea for a national approach, enhancing sepsis awareness, research, and aftercare, including a public campaign.

The booklet is available free of charge and can be accessed and downloaded here in full.

Marvin Zick
Pink Weekend Savings at Our World Sepsis Day Online Shop
Pink Weekend Savings at Our World Sepsis Day Online Shop

This weekend we're kicking off Pink Weekend at the World Sepsis Day Online Shop. As the New Year is just around the corner, so is the next World Sepsis Day.

Our special offer, from now to Monday Midnight, is a 13% discount on all orders during Pink Weekend. This is your opportunity to contribute to the cause while enjoying savings on your purchases.

Plan ahead for 2023 and secure your merchandise early for next year's World Sepsis Day or other events. By placing your order during Pink Weekend, you'll not only save but also support our ongoing efforts to raise awareness.

Visit our online shop for a great shopping experience. All you need to do is use the code: ‘PINKWEEKEND’ at checkout.

Thank you for your continued support in the fight against sepsis.

Katja Couball
Lessons From the COVID-19 Pandemic – Free Live Stream on Monday, Nov 27, 2023
Lessons From the COVID-19 Pandemic – Free Live Stream on Monday, Nov 27, 2023

Update Tuesday, Nov 28, 2023: The event has concluded, thanks for joining. You can rewatch it above or on YouTube. Registrations are no longer possible.

Original article:

On Monday, November 27, 2023, from 16:00h to 18:30h Berlin Time (CET), the Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin will – in cooperation with Berliner Medizinische Gesellschaft, Global Sepsis Alliance, Sepsis Stiftung, Virchow Foundation for Global Health, and the World Health Summit – host a unique event on "Lessons From the COVID-19 Pandemic”.

The event will be live-streamed on this page (see above) and feature a keynote lecture from Dr. Uzma Syed, a presentation from Prof. Konrad Reinhart, as well as a panel discussion on "Key Lessons on Pandemic Preparedness and Response to Non-Covid Sepsis" with inspiring thought leaders in global health, focusing on the interrelated topics of pandemics, covid, and sepsis.

For more info on the program and speakers, please download the program below. If you are in Berlin, please register here to participate in person (capacity is limited).

Marvin Zick
2nd Long COVID Congress – Stream Three Sessions on Sepsis For Free – Nov 24, 2023
2nd Long COVID Congress – Stream Three Sessions on Sepsis For Free – Nov 24, 2023

On November 24 and 25, the 2nd Long COVID Congress will take place as a hybrid conference in Jena. Embedded in the English track of the congress, we would like to draw your attention to two sepsis-related sessions and the plenary lecture. For these three sessions, the organizers of the conference were so kind as to waive the attendance fee and make a free live stream available.

  • Session 4 (November 24, 2023, 1:30-2:45 pm CET): Lessons Learned from the Pandemic for Reducing Mortality and Prevention of Long Term from COVID and Sepsis

  • Session 6 (November 24, 2023, 3:00-4:30 pm CET): Pathophysiology – Differences and similarities of sepsis, COVID-19, and other inflammatory conditions 

Additionally, there will be a plenary lecture by Dr. Uzma Syed (November 24, 2023, 4:45-5:30 pm CET):

Dr. Uzma Syed is an expert in infectious diseases with comprehensive knowledge of COVID-19, vaccine distribution processes, and the impact of these factors on health equity. As a dedicated advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and women's rights, Dr. Syed oversees numerous national and local political campaigns for health justice and social equity. She is also the founder of Align Us, a non-profit organization that mentors young individuals in preparing for post-secondary careers. Her humanitarian efforts range from resettling refugees and organizing annual school supplies and toy drives to volunteering in soup kitchens. Dr. Syed has volunteered with UNICEF for children's rights and has been involved with both the Global Youth Assembly and the United Nations to promote mobile health in underserved countries.

The complete English program can be found below. For detailed information about the congress and registration for the full program, please visit the congress website.

Marvin Zick
World Prematurity Day 2023 – small actions BIG IMPACT: Immediate Skin-To-Skin Care for Every Baby Everywhere
World Prematurity Day 2023 – small actions BIG IMPACT: Immediate Skin-To-Skin Care for Every Baby Everywhere

World Prematurity Day is celebrated every year on 17 November to honor the over 13 million babies that are born preterm each year, worldwide. What began 15 years ago at a small gathering of European parent organisations, has by now become a global movement. Today, countless individuals and organizations from across the world join forces with activities and events to draw attention to the topic of preterm birth. Their aim is to sensitize society to the needs and challenges of preterm-born babies, their families as well as medical professionals in the field of neonatology.

With this year's motto "small actions BIG IMPACT: immediate skin-to-skin care for every baby everywhere", World Prematurity Day is setting an example for baby- and family-centered, developmental care (IFCDC) in the neonatal intensive care unit, right from the moment of birth. Although data gives proof of the many benefits of skin-to-skin contact for the baby, the parents, and ultimately the healthcare system, it is not yet routine, for parents of preterm babies in particular, to have this form of early physical contact with their child from the very beginning. This is the case especially if the child was born very prematurely or with a very low birth weight.[1]

However, preterm babies benefit significantly from this practice. Compared to their term-born peers, babies born preterm often have a weaker immune system and are, at the same time, more likely to receive intensive medical treatment, making them especially susceptible to sepsis. An infection can be transferred during invasive medical procedures such as intravenous lines or breathing support by a mechanical ventilator. IFCDC practices such as immediate Kangaroo Care have been shown to reduce severe infections by 65% as they have a positive effect on the temperature regulation of the baby and support breathing, and weight gain.[2]

About World Prematurity Day

The awareness day was founded in 2008 by EFCNI and other European parent organizations and was joined in 2010 by the US organization March of Dimes, the African organization LittleBigSouls, and the Australian National Preemie Foundation.

References

[1] WHO Immediate KMC Study Group. (2021), Immediate “Kangaroo Mother Care” and Survival of Infants with Low Birth Weight. N Engl J Med 2021; 384:2028-2038 DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2026486

[2] Conde-Agudelo A, Díaz-Rossello JL. Kangaroo mother care to reduce morbidity and mortality in low birthweight infants. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2016, Issue 8. Art. No.: CD002771. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD002771.pub4

Katja Couball
The Global Sepsis Alliance Supports Movember – Do You?
The Global Sepsis Alliance Supports Movember – Do You?

Every November, Movember is celebrated all around the world, raising awareness for men’s health, especially focused on mental health, suicide prevention, as well as prostate and testicular cancer.

With the COVID Pandemic still not a thing of the past – significantly affecting the mental health of millions – the work of the Movember Foundation has never been more important – and they have never needed your support more.

Although sepsis does not primarily affect males – it strikes women and men about equally – we encourage you to join the noble cause of Movember this year, by growing a mo to save a bro, moving 60km, hosting a mo-ment, getting involved on social media, and more.

Marvin Zick
Global Sepsis Alliance at 2023 World Health Summit and Bundestag Meetings
Global Sepsis Alliance at 2023 World Health Summit and Bundestag Meetings

Dr. Mariam Jashi, designated CEO of the Global Sepsis Alliance, and Prof. Konrad Reinhart, Founding President of the GSA, represented our Alliance at the 2023 World Health Summit and related side events at the German Parliament.

  • Dr. Jashi as the Global Board Member of the UNITE Parliamentarians Network moderated a working meeting at Bundestag on October 16 “Investing in a Healthier Future: unlocking Resources for Innovation in Infectious Diseases”. Dr. Marison Touraine – Chair of the UNITAID Board and the Former Minister of Social Affairs and Health of France was the Key Speaker at the event with an introductory presentation by Dr. Teodora Elvira C. Wi – Lead on Global HIV, Hepatitis, and STIs Programmes at WHO. The meeting was attended by Hon. Ricardo Baptista Leite – President of the UNITE Parliamentarians Network, Dr. Andrew Ulmann - Chair of the Global Health Sub-committee of the German Parliament, honorable members of Parliament from France, Germany, North Macedonia, and Ukraine, as well as civil society partners (AHF, CEPI). Prof. Reinhart stressed the importance of investing in evidence-based policies and innovations for a stronger global sepsis response, including through advocacy at the levels of Parliaments, Governments, and public-private partnerships.

  • On October 17, GSA representatives participated in the second working meeting at the German Parliament with UNITAID, GAVI, Global Fund, AHF, and WHO. The meeting discussed the outcomes of the High-Level Meetings on UHC and the Pandemic Accord convened on the margins of the UN General Assembly session in September 2023. Prof. Reinhart and Dr. Jashi reiterated the urgent need for stronger positioning of Sepsis in the high-level Global Health dialogue, as without adequate response to Sepsis, health-related SDHs and related aspirations for UHC and the Pandemic Accord cannot be achieved.

  • Finally, Dr. Jashi was among the distinguished Speakers at the WHS side event organized by the Virchow Foundation for Global Health, Konrad-Adenauer Stiftung, and the German Health Alliance on Women Global Health. 2023 Virchow Prize Laureate Prof. Leke delivered the Keynote Speech. The meeting Chaired by Hon. Hermann Gröhe – Member of Parliament and Former Federal Minister of Health of Germany brought together prominent global health leaders, including Catharina Böhme – Assistant Director General of WHO, and Roland Göhde – CEO and Co-founder of the Virchow Foundation. The Designated CEO of the GSA used this unique opportunity to highlight the human and economic burden of Sepsis and the need for a reinvigorated global agenda.

As informed earlier, the GSA, in partnership with 6 co-sponsor agencies, hosted the High-Level Luncheon on Sepsis on the margins of the 2023 World Health Summit.

Katja Couball