Magnolia Medical publishes report, titled State of Sepsis Awareness 2023

August 30, 2023

In recognition of Sepsis Awareness Month in September, this report highlights perspectives and findings regarding how sepsis impacts the attitudes of Americans. 

Key findings, include:

1. Fear: Respondents impacted by sepsis in the past were 67% more ‘Extremely fearful’ about catching an infection during the hospital stay compared to respondents without sepsis experience.
2. Prescribing Antibiotics. Those who had dealt with sepsis were 30% more likely to ‘Strongly agree’ that healthcare providers should be more cautious when prescribing antibiotics.
3. Familiarity with AMR. Those impacted by sepsis possessed a 30% higher familiarity with the term.
4. Effects of Infections Caused by AMR. Respondents who had sepsis in the past (or their loved ones) were also 46% more concerned “about the effects of infections caused by antimicrobial resistant bacteria on your current and or future health.”
5. Education about AMR. Respondents impacted by sepsis were 38% more likely to “Strongly agree” that “More education is needed for patients about antimicrobial resistant bacteria.”
6. Blood Culture Tests. Respondents impacted by sepsis are 49% more aware “that inaccurate results from a blood culture test can lead to unnecessary administration of antibiotics” compared to those who have not been impacted by sepsis.

Download the Report

Contact:

David Triana
Publicist
[email protected]

References

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