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Evidence Into Action: Saving Lives from Sepsis.

Explore evidence-based resources designed to help you and your teams support decisions to drive improvements in sepsis prevention, recognition and treatment.

Sepsis Policy Tools and Resources

Access actionable resources to help strengthen sepsis policy and save lives.

Our sepsis resources provide evidence-based insights and policy solutions to help save lives. The following materials provide clear information and strategies for policymakers and their teams to make informed decisions that dramatically improve patient outcomes.

Whitepaper on Role of Public Policy in Reducing Sepsis Risk

This full whitepaper outlines how states using standardized sepsis protocols are saving lives. With proven strategies and real policy examples, it shows how early detection and consistent care can reduce mortality by up to 40% and how policymakers can act to protect patients.

Executive Summary of Action Needed on Sepsis

Sepsis is a deadly condition that requires fast, consistent care. Yet delays persist due to uneven protocols and insurance barriers. This executive summary outlines how policies using expert-backed definitions like Sepsis-2 can support early detection, improve outcomes, and save lives.

Understanding Sepsis Definitions

Sepsis definitions shape care and coverage. Over 30 years, models have shifted from symptom-based to organ failure criteria. These changes affect diagnosis timing, reporting, and insurance policies. Clear, consistent terminology helps guide policy, improve outcomes, and support effective care.

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