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SIRU calls for more education on fighting sepsis
Scientists at Cardiff University's Systems Immunity Research Institute (SIRU) have urged for more information to be available on the symptoms of sepsis, to help the public get treatment in time.
The news come as an estimated 1,800 people in Wales die each year from sepsis, a condition which is often misdiagnosed as influenza in the early stages.
According to SIRU, a lack of education on sepsis means people who may be suffering from illness fail to spot the condition and do not go to hospital in time.
Dr Tom Connor, a microbiologist for SIRU and honouree consultant with Public Health Wales, commented: “As far as public perception goes, we are told quite often not to bother the hospital, not to go to A&E with minor problems and it can be difficult to know what is a minor and what is a major problem.
"In the case of sepsis and bacterial infections there are warning signs, that if you see them you should go to the doctor. You shouldn't be there thinking I'm going to be a martyr, I'm going to see if it clears up."
Kath McGrath, assistant director of operations, added: “Our advice to patients is to always choose the most appropriate health care service for their needs.
"This will help us ensure that patients with life-threatening injuries or illnesses such as sepsis can be treated as quickly as possible as soon as they arrive at the emergency department."
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