http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.sepsis.org.nz en-us Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:08:39 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/post/162646/sepsis-cases-rising-in-aotearoa-new-zealand/ A dramatic rise in sepsis cases across Aotearoa New Zealand is exposing a growing and deeply inequitable public health crisis, with The New Zealand Sepsis Trust calling for urgent Government action to prevent further avoidable deaths.New research from the University of Otago reveals hospital admissions for sepsis surged by 78 percent between 2000 and 2019, rising from 217 to 386 admissions per 100,000 people. The findings, published in The Lancet Regional Health - Western Pacific, paint a stark ... Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:05:00 +1300 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/#post162646 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/post/162903/sepsis-trust-nz-expands-support-services/ For moderated, peer-to-peer support, you can now join one of our two dedicated Facebook Support Groups. We offer one focused on recovery and support for survivors and families, and another for those who have been bereaved as a result of sepsis. For those who survive, and for the families of those who don’t, the impact doesn’t end when the hospital stay is over. People are left navigating grief, trauma, long-term health complications, and, all too often, unanswered questions. That’s where s... Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:02:49 +1300 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/#post162903 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/post/162119/sepsis-trust-nz-welcomes-new-trustees/ We are delighted to announce the appointment of three new trustees - Verena Cunningham, Jenni Falconer, and Anthony Hurst.This trio bring a powerful combination of governance expertise, health system leadership, digital strategy, and lived experience to our Board.Verena joins the Board with more than 25 years of senior leadership experience, including as a Big Four partner. A seasoned Strategy and M&A Advisor, certified Executive Coach (ICF), and qualified Board Director (CMInstD), Verena of... Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:10:27 +1300 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/#post162119 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/post/160402/global-sepsis-alliance-announces-helen-clark-appointment/ Full media release here... Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:50:44 +1300 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/#post160402 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/post/160395/free-webinar-maternal-sepsis-25-march-2026/ Maternal sepsis is a time-critical, life-threatening condition and remains a leading cause of preventable maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide. In Aotearoa New Zealand, disparities persist, with higher risk among Māori and Pasifika women and those in rural and resource-limited settings. The sepsis quality improvement package, published in 2025 by HQSC & endorsed by Health NZ, provides a standard approach across New Zealand to treat sepsis. It supports health professionals working... Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:47:08 +1300 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/#post160395 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/post/160147/former-prime-minister-helen-clark-announced-as-nz-sepsis-trusts-new-patron/ Sepsis Trust NZ is honoured to announce the appointment of one of New Zealand’s most respected global public health leaders, the Rt. Hon. Helen Clark, as its new Patron.Her appointment brings an unparalleled depth of global leadership and public health experience to the role, signalling to government, clinicians, funders and the public that sepsis is a serious, system-level health priority worthy of national and international attention.As former Prime Minister of New Zealand, Administrator of ... Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:55:06 +1300 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/#post160147 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/post/160370/enewsletter-the-month-of-love/ For many, February is the month of love, with St. Valentine’s sitting squarely in the middle of it. And believe us when we tell you… there is a LOT to love about the news we have to share with you now. In fact, it’s hard to know where to start!... Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/#post160370 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/post/158979/newsletter-end-of-year-wrap-up/ As many of us start to prepare for the festive season and the summer break, we felt now was the right time to share some exciting news with you all, as we wrap up 2025 and look ahead to a new year.... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/#post158979 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/post/157916/global-world-leaders-in-sepsis-congratulate-sepsis-trust-nzs-milestone/ The Global Sepsis Alliance warmly congratulates Sepsis Trust NZ on a significant milestone in their national advocacy efforts. On December 4, Ally Hossain, the Trust CEO and GSA Board Member, and co-founder Paul Huggan, met with Hon. Simeon Brown, New Zealand’s Minister of Health, to discuss the urgent need for strengthened action on sepsis across Aotearoa New Zealand.This high-level meeting marks an important step in ensuring that sepsis—one of the world’s most pressing but still under-re... Wed, 10 Dec 2025 07:34:05 +1300 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/#post157916 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/post/157375/meeting-with-minister-of-health/ We are delighted to share that today Sepsis Trust NZ met with the Minister of Health, Simeon Brown MP as we continue our efforts to advocate for better sepsis recognition and treatment in Aotearoa New Zealand.We asked that he consider implementing a National Action Plan for Sepsis, as per the World Health Organization (WHO)'s recommendation that all United Nations member countries have one in place by 2030.We also asked that he consider providing Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora with the necess... Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:40:22 +1300 http://www.sepsis.org.nz/blog/#post157375