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Harry Redknapp Leads UK Sepsis Trust’s ‘It’s Game On For Sepsis’ Campaign

The initiative uses a digital game to boost recognition of sepsis, urging immediate emergency care if symptoms are suspected.

Overview

  • Redknapp fronts the campaign after his wife survived sepsis from a kidney infection in 2018.
  • The Sepsis Savvy Shootout online game is live with a chance to meet Redknapp, with entries open until 30 September and the game remaining as an educational tool thereafter.
  • The UK Sepsis Trust estimates around 48,000 deaths and 245,000 people affected by sepsis each year in the UK.
  • The NHS describes sepsis as an immune overreaction that is often hard to spot and urges anyone who suspects it to call 999 or go to A&E immediately.
  • UK Sepsis Trust founder Dr Ron Daniels says the drive aims to make communities “sepsis savvy,” highlighting sports groups as key messengers.