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Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron‘We need a national campaign’: Political action on sepsis with Lee Anderson MPIn episode 20 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Chief Medical Officer is joined by Lee Anderson, MP for Ashfield and a leading parliamentary voice on sepsis.
Lee speaks candidly about how the condition has affected his own family – with his wife surviving sepsis twice – as well as constituents, and his friend and former colleague Lord Mackinlay, who lost all four limbs after contracting sepsis.
These experiences have fuelled Lee’s passionate calls for a Government-backed public awareness campaign and his support for the relaunched All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Sepsis, now one of the l...2025-07-1018 minSepsis Voices with Dr Ron‘We need a national campaign’: Political action on sepsis with Lee Anderson MPIn episode 20 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Chief Medical Officer is joined by Lee Anderson, MP for Ashfield and a leading parliamentary voice on sepsis.
Lee speaks candidly about how the condition has affected his own family – with his wife surviving sepsis twice – as well as constituents, and his friend and former colleague Lord Mackinlay, who lost all four limbs after contracting sepsis.
These experiences have fuelled Lee’s passionate calls for a Government-backed public awareness campaign and his support for the relaunched All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Sepsis, now one of the l...2025-07-1018 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonFighting for dignity: Evan Francis on life with Fowler’s Syndrome, urosepsis and patient powerIn episode 19 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Chief Medical Officer is joined by Evan Francis, a disability campaigner and survivor of urosepsis, to mark Catheter Awareness Week in June.
Evan lives with Fowler’s Syndrome – a rare condition affecting the bladder that led to her long-term catheterisation and a life-threatening sepsis episode. In this frank and informative conversation, she shares the realities of navigating daily life with a suprapubic catheter, the challenge of being heard by healthcare professionals, and why self-advocacy is vital in managing long-term conditions like hers.
This episode builds...2025-06-1240 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonFighting for dignity: Evan Francis on life with Fowler’s Syndrome, urosepsis and patient powerIn episode 19 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Chief Medical Officer is joined by Evan Francis, a disability campaigner and survivor of urosepsis, to mark Catheter Awareness Week in June.
Evan lives with Fowler’s Syndrome – a rare condition affecting the bladder that led to her long-term catheterisation and a life-threatening sepsis episode. In this frank and informative conversation, she shares the realities of navigating daily life with a suprapubic catheter, the challenge of being heard by healthcare professionals, and why self-advocacy is vital in managing long-term conditions like hers.
This episode builds...2025-06-1240 min
Birth Tales058 - Louise | 2 miscarriages, induction, epidural, forceps, episiotomy, combi feeding, mastitis, sepsis, PND, PTSDIn today’s episode we’re hearing from Louise about the birth of her son Rex. She shares her experience of miscarriage; how that changed her perception of pregnancy and how she used keeping busy as a coping mechanism. At 39 weeks a scan suggested she was carrying a big baby so she decided to accept an induction which lead to uterine hyperstimulation and after a long and exhausting labour her baby was born with the assistance of forceps. Louise talks about her very difficult postpartum experience; a bad case of mastitis which lead to being hospi...2025-05-121h 00
How Do You Cope?Craig Mackinlay: ‘I woke up from the coma and could see that my arms and legs were dead’How do you recover both mentally and physically from a life-changing operation? John sits down with member of the House of Lords Craig Mackinlay who developed sepsis in 2023 and was given a 5% chance of survival. Craig spent 16 days in an induced coma and then had both his arms and legs amputated. He discusses how his wife’s tenacity kept him alive, how he’s adapted to life with prosthetic arms and legs, and how old ladies often hug him when he’s out and about. You...2025-04-2149 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonWorld Oral Health Day: Sepsis survivor Nick Whelan on the dangers of untreated dental infectionsIn this episode of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, we shine a light on the links between dental infections and sepsis – just in time for World Oral Health Day on 20th March.
Host Dr Ron Daniels, Founder & Chief Medical Officer of UK Sepsis Trust speaks to Scottish sepsis survivor and university student, Nick Whelan, about his harrowing ordeal.
Listen to learn:
How a routine tooth infection led Nick to develop life-threatening sepsis
The early warning signs Nick missed – and how he eventually realised something was seriously wrong
Why young, healthy people shouldn’t assume they’re...2025-03-1935 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonWorld Oral Health Day: Sepsis survivor Nick Whelan on the dangers of untreated dental infectionsIn this episode of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, we shine a light on the links between dental infections and sepsis – just in time for World Oral Health Day on 20th March.
Host Dr Ron Daniels, Founder & Chief Medical Officer of UK Sepsis Trust speaks to Scottish sepsis survivor and university student, Nick Whelan, about his harrowing ordeal.
Listen to learn:
How a routine tooth infection led Nick to develop life-threatening sepsis
The early warning signs Nick missed – and how he eventually realised something was seriously wrong
Why young, healthy people shouldn’t assume they’re...2025-03-1935 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonManaging infection and sepsis risks in the cancer community – with expert advice from Blood Cancer UKReleased for World Cancer Day (4th February), episode 17 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron highlights a critical crossover that cancer patients to be aware of between infection, neutropenia, and sepsis.
Dr Ron Daniels, UKST’s Founder & Chief Medical Officer, is joined by Blood Cancer UK’s Health Information Manager, Rachel Yarham, to discuss:
Why cancer patients often face a higher risk of infection and therefore sepsis
How neutropenia affects the immune system and how it relates to blood cancer
The key signs of infection that could progress to sepsis if left untreated
The fantastic free resources that B...2025-02-0424 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonManaging infection and sepsis risks in the cancer community – with expert advice from Blood Cancer UKReleased for World Cancer Day (4th February), episode 17 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron highlights a critical crossover that cancer patients to be aware of between infection, neutropenia, and sepsis.
Dr Ron Daniels, UKST’s Founder & Chief Medical Officer, is joined by Blood Cancer UK’s Health Information Manager, Rachel Yarham, to discuss:
Why cancer patients often face a higher risk of infection and therefore sepsis
How neutropenia affects the immune system and how it relates to blood cancer
The key signs of infection that could progress to sepsis if left untreated
The fantastic free resources that B...2025-02-0424 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonMen’s Health Month: Sepsis, survival and strength with Rob Forkan and Louis RickmanIn episode 16 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Chief Medical Officer speaks with two inspiring guests for Men’s Health Month. Rob Forkan shares his extraordinary journey of resilience after surviving the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami and later battling sepsis. He offers powerful insights into finding purpose and strength through unimaginable challenges.
Devoted father Louis Rickman recounts his wife Louise’s recent battle with sepsis following the birth of their first child, Rex, as well as the devastating loss of his brother to sepsis in 1999.
Together, Rob and Louis explore the profound physical and em...2024-11-2544 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonMen’s Health Month: Sepsis, survival and strength with Rob Forkan and Louis RickmanIn episode 16 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Chief Medical Officer speaks with two inspiring guests for Men’s Health Month. Rob Forkan shares his extraordinary journey of resilience after surviving the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami and later battling sepsis. He offers powerful insights into finding purpose and strength through unimaginable challenges.
Devoted father Louis Rickman recounts his wife Louise’s recent battle with sepsis following the birth of their first child, Rex, as well as the devastating loss of his brother to sepsis in 1999.
Together, Rob and Louis explore the profound physical and em...2024-11-2544 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonMeningitis messaging and rash recognition: Meningitis Research Foundation’s Caroline Hughes on effective public health communicationIn episode 15 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Chief Medical Officer is joined by Caroline Hughes, Support Services Manager at the Meningitis Research Foundation, to discuss the links between sepsis and meningitis.
Released following World Meningitis Day on 5th October, this episode sheds light on the interconnectedness of these life-threatening conditions – including the impact on survivors and their families – along with the urgent need for awareness, and how timely intervention can save lives.
Caroline shares the vital work her organisation does to support individuals affected by meningitis and the global efforts to defeat...2024-10-2832 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonMeningitis messaging and rash recognition: Meningitis Research Foundation’s Caroline Hughes on effective public health communicationIn episode 15 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Chief Medical Officer is joined by Caroline Hughes, Support Services Manager at the Meningitis Research Foundation, to discuss the links between sepsis and meningitis.
Released following World Meningitis Day on 5th October, this episode sheds light on the interconnectedness of these life-threatening conditions – including the impact on survivors and their families – along with the urgent need for awareness, and how timely intervention can save lives.
Caroline shares the vital work her organisation does to support individuals affected by meningitis and the global efforts to defeat...2024-10-2832 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonSepsis survival and advocacy: ‘Bionic’ former MP Craig Mackinlay on adapting to life with disability and driving for changeIn episode 14 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Chief Medical Officer Ron Daniels is joined by former Member of Parliament Craig Mackinlay, for an episode released during Sepsis Awareness Month.
Craig’s story is one of immense resilience. After surviving sepsis, he underwent quadruple amputation and has since turned his experience into advocacy for better sepsis care. Recently appointed to the House of Lords, Craig is now using his platform to push for crucial changes in healthcare that could save lives and improve outcomes for sepsis survivors.
The episode covers:
Craig’s pers...2024-09-2543 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonSepsis survival and advocacy: ‘Bionic’ former MP Craig Mackinlay on adapting to life with disability and driving for changeIn episode 14 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Chief Medical Officer Ron Daniels is joined by former Member of Parliament Craig Mackinlay, for an episode released during Sepsis Awareness Month.
Craig’s story is one of immense resilience. After surviving sepsis, he underwent quadruple amputation and has since turned his experience into advocacy for better sepsis care. Recently appointed to the House of Lords, Craig is now using his platform to push for crucial changes in healthcare that could save lives and improve outcomes for sepsis survivors.
The episode covers:
Craig’s pers...2024-09-2543 min
Clinical ConversationsSepsis (13 Sep 2024)For Sepsis Awareness Month, Dr Marilena Giannoudi speaks with Dr Ron Daniels about sepsis. They discuss the causes, investigation, management, and prevention of sepsis. Topics include the Sepsis 6 and escalation of care, use of blood cultures, septic shock, and post-sepsis syndrome.
Dr Ron Daniels is an NHS Consultant in Intensive Care, based at University Hospitals Birmingham, U.K. He’s also Founder and Chief Executive of the UK Sepsis Trust and Vice-President of the Global Sepsis Alliance. In 2016 he was awarded the British Empire Medal for services to patients. Ron’s expertise lies in translational medicine and leadership. He leads the...2024-09-1322 min
Dr Nicki ExplainsEP2: What Is Sepsis?DR NICKI EXPLAINS Episode 2 - What is Sepsis? Sarah and Nicki talk to Abi, the Fundraising and Communications Director of Sepsis Feat UK about the causes of sepsis, and how it might present. What is sepsis and why can’t you treat it with antibiotics? How can you recognise sepsis in the earliest stages and when to call an ambulance? Resources for this episode include: https://www.sepsisresearch.org.uk https://www.sepsistrust.org https://www.nice.org.uk
The podcast emphasises that it does not...2024-09-1226 min
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast (Kidney Health Podcast)Episode 115: Overcoming Adversity: A Kidney Warrior's Battle with CKD & SepsisOvercoming Adversity: A Kidney Warrior's Battle with CKD & Sepsis.
In this compelling episode, Kidney warrior, Rachel Stuart shares about navigating the challenging journey of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and the life-threatening condition of sepsis. Rachel shares about the emotional and physical toll of being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes as a child, leading to recurrent kidney infections and ultimately CKD.
The conversation takes a deeper turn as we explore the harrowing moments of battling sepsis, the critical care received in the ICU, and the complexities of post-sepsis syndrome. We discuss the importance of mental h...2024-07-2944 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonA Mother’s Mission: Group B Strep Support’s Jane Plumb on prevention and the power of charity collaborationIn episode thirteen of Sepsis Voices, UKST’s Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels is joined by Jane Plumb MBE, Founder and CEO of Group B Strep Support, for an episode released during Group B Strep Awareness Month.
Group B Streptococcus is the leading cause of severe infection including meningitis in newborns, and Jane knows this all too well, having tragically lost her son, Theo, to it. Since Theo’s death, Jane has been at the forefront of advocacy and education efforts to combat this usually preventable infection.
Like any infection, left untreated Group B stre...2024-07-2328 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonA Mother’s Mission: Group B Strep Support’s Jane Plumb on prevention and the power of charity collaborationIn episode thirteen of Sepsis Voices, UKST’s Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels is joined by Jane Plumb MBE, Founder and CEO of Group B Strep Support, for an episode released during Group B Strep Awareness Month.
Group B Streptococcus is the leading cause of severe infection including meningitis in newborns, and Jane knows this all too well, having tragically lost her son, Theo, to it. Since Theo’s death, Jane has been at the forefront of advocacy and education efforts to combat this usually preventable infection.
Like any infection, left untreated Group B stre...2024-07-2328 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonPancreas predicaments: Exploring the interplay of chronic kidney disease, diabetes and sepsis with Kidney Care UK’s Deborah DuvalIn the twelfth episode of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, Dr Ron Daniels is joined by Deborah Duval, managing editor of Kidney Care UK’s quarterly magazine, Kidney Matters, and head of the charity’s Kidney Kitchen.
As a Type 1 diabetic living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), and two-time sepsis survivor, Deborah is uniquely placed to speak to the interrelationship of the conditions, and what our organisations are doing to work together to improve sepsis outcomes for at-risk patient groups.
In this is episode, released in time for Diabetes Awareness Week (10th-16th June), the pair...2024-06-1336 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonPancreas predicaments: Exploring the interplay of chronic kidney disease, diabetes and sepsis with Kidney Care UK’s Deborah DuvalIn the twelfth episode of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, Dr Ron Daniels is joined by Deborah Duval, managing editor of Kidney Care UK’s quarterly magazine, Kidney Matters, and head of the charity’s Kidney Kitchen.
As a Type 1 diabetic living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), and two-time sepsis survivor, Deborah is uniquely placed to speak to the interrelationship of the conditions, and what our organisations are doing to work together to improve sepsis outcomes for at-risk patient groups.
In this is episode, released in time for Diabetes Awareness Week (10th-16th June), the pair...2024-06-1336 min
Scoping The IssuesUnderstanding Sepsis: Guidelines, Challenges, and Future DirectionsIn this episode, we sit down with Dr Ron Daniels, an expert in the field of sepsis, to explore the intricacies and evolving guidelines surrounding this critical condition. Sepsis can be a challenging diagnosis for healthcare professionals, often presenting subtly and requiring swift recognition and treatment to prevent severe outcomes. We dive into the complexities of identifying sepsis, the misconceptions held by healthcare providers, and the delicate balance between antimicrobial stewardship and effective sepsis management. Dr Daniels elaborates on the key drivers behind the recent updates to the NICE guidelines, emphasising the need for continuous education and...2024-05-3131 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonMoving Forward: Surviving sepsis and overcoming mental health challengesTo mark Mental Health Awareness Week (13-19th May), episode 11 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron delves into the often-unseen mental health impact of sepsis with two remarkable guests, Taz Hoesli and Naj Devgun.
Tune in to this empowering episode for an enlightening discussion on mental health, resilience, and the journey to healing.
The guests:
Recount their sepsis stories
Share the profound mental toll of prolonged hospital stays, including the onset of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Talk about how not being able to move their bodies in the same way post-sepsis affected their mental...2024-05-1641 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonMoving Forward: Surviving sepsis and overcoming mental health challengesTo mark Mental Health Awareness Week (13-19th May), episode 11 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron delves into the often-unseen mental health impact of sepsis with two remarkable guests, Taz Hoesli and Naj Devgun.
Tune in to this empowering episode for an enlightening discussion on mental health, resilience, and the journey to healing.
The guests:
Recount their sepsis stories
Share the profound mental toll of prolonged hospital stays, including the onset of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Talk about how not being able to move their bodies in the same way post-sepsis affected their mental...2024-05-1641 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonOmbudsman insights: A decade of challenges and achievements in sepsis careIn the tenth episode of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels welcomes Rob Behrens, Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman, and Chair of the organisation, to share his thoughts on the evolving landscape of sepsis care.
As Rob approaches the end of his tenure, they reflect on the changes since the Ombudsman's groundbreaking sepsis report, 'A Time to Act,' in 2013.
They discuss improvements in sepsis detection, management, and patient outcomes over the past decade, as well as key takeaways from the Ombudsman's latest report, 'Spotlight on sepsis: your st...2024-03-2548 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonOmbudsman insights: A decade of challenges and achievements in sepsis careIn the tenth episode of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels welcomes Rob Behrens, Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman, and Chair of the organisation, to share his thoughts on the evolving landscape of sepsis care.
As Rob approaches the end of his tenure, they reflect on the changes since the Ombudsman's groundbreaking sepsis report, 'A Time to Act,' in 2013.
They discuss improvements in sepsis detection, management, and patient outcomes over the past decade, as well as key takeaways from the Ombudsman's latest report, 'Spotlight on sepsis: your st...2024-03-2548 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonCollaborating for compassionate end-of-life care: UKST and Marie Curie on treating cancer and sepsis in palliative settingsIn episode nine of 'Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron', UKST’s Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels sits down with Dr Siwan Seaman, a Consultant at the in-patient unit at the Marie Curie hospice in Cardiff and the Vale, and recently appointed Medical Director at the hospice.
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end of life charity. While they deal with patients with a range of life-limiting conditions, this episode focuses on cancer and sepsis, given that it was World Cancer Day on 4th February and King Charles III has recently been diagnosed with cancer.
Th...2024-02-1429 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonCollaborating for compassionate end-of-life care: UKST and Marie Curie on treating cancer and sepsis in palliative settingsIn episode nine of 'Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron', UKST’s Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels sits down with Dr Siwan Seaman, a Consultant at the in-patient unit at the Marie Curie hospice in Cardiff and the Vale, and recently appointed Medical Director at the hospice.
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end of life charity. While they deal with patients with a range of life-limiting conditions, this episode focuses on cancer and sepsis, given that it was World Cancer Day on 4th February and King Charles III has recently been diagnosed with cancer.
Th...2024-02-1429 min
Crisis What Crisis?Bonus Episode: Jason Watkins' Crisis ComfortsAs regular listeners and viewers will know, at the end of all our conversations we ask our guests for their three crisis comforts; their go-tos for inspiration and strength during the challenging times.Short but perfectly formed advice for getting you through the tough moments. Over the years we have heard some incredibly interesting and useful tips for anyone who might be feeling the weight of their own problems. In this episode, Jason Watkins, award-winning actor and campaigner, shares his Crisis Comforts with us. Jason has won a best actor Bafta...2024-02-0808 min
Crisis What Crisis?81. Actor Jason Watkins on losing his daughter Maude, battling depression and shining a light on griefKey words: ADHD, child bereavement, dyslexia, grief, sepsis, suicideIn this episode I am joined by the award-winning actor and campaigner Jason Watkins. One of Britain’s leading performers whose roles across drama and comedy – on TV, film and stage – have got us thinking, made us laugh and even cry.Jason has won a best actor Bafta for his role in the Lost Honour of Christopher Jeffries, played Prime Minister Harold Wilson brilliantly in The Crown and stars in the hit series Macdonald and Dodds. On the big screen he appeared in Bridget Jones and of cou...2024-02-011h 15
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(01:08:44) Headlines: Ring will no longer allow police to request doorbell camera footage from users, Majority verdicts in England and Wales brought in ‘partly for racial and class reasons’, A Texas school's punishment of a...2024-01-252h 15Sepsis Voices with Dr RonFrom Farm to Fork: Tackling the AMR crisis in farming beyond Veganuary 2024In 2024’s first episode of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, Dr Ron Daniels is joined by Lindsay Duncan, who is World Animal Protection UK’s Farming Campaigns Manager.
Released in time for Veganuary, and following the recent publication of World Animal Protection’s report ‘Is factory farming killing us?’, the pair discuss the very real global threat of antimicrobial resistance and how consumer dietary habits will be vital in combatting the problem.
Do you have to go vegan to make a difference, or could giving greater consideration to the type and quality of meat we eat be a s...2024-01-0327 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonFrom Farm to Fork: Tackling the AMR crisis in farming beyond Veganuary 2024In 2024’s first episode of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, Dr Ron Daniels is joined by Lindsay Duncan, who is World Animal Protection UK’s Farming Campaigns Manager.
Released in time for Veganuary, and following the recent publication of World Animal Protection’s report ‘Is factory farming killing us?’, the pair discuss the very real global threat of antimicrobial resistance and how consumer dietary habits will be vital in combatting the problem.
Do you have to go vegan to make a difference, or could giving greater consideration to the type and quality of meat we eat be a s...2024-01-0327 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonBeyond the Numbers: Illuminating the reality of paediatric sepsisIn episode seven of Sepsis Voices with Dr. Ron, Melissa Mead shares her heart-wrenching story after losing her beloved son William to sepsis in 2014. Published on the anniversary of William’s death, a recently published report from the National Child Mortality Database found that clinical signs of sepsis were present in 701 child deaths between April 2019 and March 2022, out of a total of 1507 deaths; with 15% of those deaths related to infection.
Melissa illustrates how the sepsis landscape has changed over the nine years since her family’s tragic loss, and shares what she thinks still needs to be done...2023-12-1541 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonBeyond the Numbers: Illuminating the reality of paediatric sepsisIn episode seven of Sepsis Voices with Dr. Ron, Melissa Mead shares her heart-wrenching story after losing her beloved son William to sepsis in 2014. Published on the anniversary of William’s death, a recently published report from the National Child Mortality Database found that clinical signs of sepsis were present in 701 child deaths between April 2019 and March 2022, out of a total of 1507 deaths; with 15% of those deaths related to infection.
Melissa illustrates how the sepsis landscape has changed over the nine years since her family’s tragic loss, and shares what she thinks still needs to be done...2023-12-1541 min
Scoping The IssuesForever Bound: William, Sepsis & IIn this emotionally charged episode of "Scoping The Issues," we step into the profound narrative of Melissa Mead MBE, whose life was forever altered by a health crisis that touched the very core of her existence. Melissa opens her heart to recount the gripping story of her son, William, and the pivotal role that sepsis played in their lives. With unwavering courage, Melissa shares the harrowing details of William's battle with sepsis, revealing the seismic impact it had on her family. From this traumatic experience, Melissa embarked on a relentless mission to raise awareness about sepsis, dedicating...2023-11-2241 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonFood for thought: How UK catering companies and consumers can drive change in the race to prevent antimicrobial resistanceIn episode 6 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels is joined by Cóilín Nunan, who is the Policy and Science Manager of the Alliance to Save Our Antibiotics, an alliance of 71 member organisations co-founded by Compassion in World Farming, the Soil Association and Sustain to campaign against the overuse of antibiotics in livestock farming.
Following the publication of Alliance to Save Our Antibiotics’ new report, a comprehensive assessment of the antibiotic policies of the UK’s leading catering companies, the duo discuss how antimicrobial resistance (AMR) could cause up to 10...2023-10-2634 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonFood for thought: How UK catering companies and consumers can drive change in the race to prevent antimicrobial resistanceIn episode 6 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels is joined by Cóilín Nunan, who is the Policy and Science Manager of the Alliance to Save Our Antibiotics, an alliance of 71 member organisations co-founded by Compassion in World Farming, the Soil Association and Sustain to campaign against the overuse of antibiotics in livestock farming.
Following the publication of Alliance to Save Our Antibiotics’ new report, a comprehensive assessment of the antibiotic policies of the UK’s leading catering companies, the duo discuss how antimicrobial resistance (AMR) could cause up to 10...2023-10-2634 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonUnited Against Infection: Conquering sepsis and AMR with Pfizer UK Senior Medical Advisor and GP Tom AshfieldIn episode 5 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels is joined by Dr Tom Ashfield a Senior Medical Advisor at Pfizer, and a GP. Tom is an employee of Pfizer UK, his contributions reflect the work of Pfizer UK in AMR and his own experience as a doctor. Pfizer UK have undertaken content approval of this episode.
The two doctors discuss the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and the link to sepsis. They also explore the vital work of the Infection Management Coalition to put responsible antimicrobial stewardship on the agend...2023-08-3031 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonUnited Against Infection: Conquering sepsis and AMR with Pfizer UK Senior Medical Advisor and GP Tom AshfieldIn episode 5 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST’s Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels is joined by Dr Tom Ashfield a Senior Medical Advisor at Pfizer, and a GP. Tom is an employee of Pfizer UK, his contributions reflect the work of Pfizer UK in AMR and his own experience as a doctor. Pfizer UK have undertaken content approval of this episode.
The two doctors discuss the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and the link to sepsis. They also explore the vital work of the Infection Management Coalition to put responsible antimicrobial stewardship on the agend...2023-08-3031 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonPower of the Press: How the media can help combat sepsis and AMR – Editor Matthew D’Ancona’s viewIn episode 4 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST Founder and Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels is joined by renowned journalist and editor, Matthew D’Ancona.
Sepsis survivor Matthew is editor-at-large of The New European, as well as contributing editor to Prospect, and a columnist for The Evening Standard. He’s held previous editor roles with the Spectator, slow-news outlet, Tortoise, and is also the former deputy editor of The Sunday Telegraph.
The pair cover:
Matthew’s personal sepsis experience and why he chose to share it with Tortoise readers
The ways charities like UKST ca...2023-06-2851 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonPower of the Press: How the media can help combat sepsis and AMR – Editor Matthew D’Ancona’s viewIn episode 4 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST Founder and Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels is joined by renowned journalist and editor, Matthew D’Ancona.
Sepsis survivor Matthew is editor-at-large of The New European, as well as contributing editor to Prospect, and a columnist for The Evening Standard. He’s held previous editor roles with the Spectator, slow-news outlet, Tortoise, and is also the former deputy editor of The Sunday Telegraph.
The pair cover:
Matthew’s personal sepsis experience and why he chose to share it with Tortoise readers
The ways charities like UKST ca...2023-06-2851 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonMaternal Sepsis: Mum Poppy Gibson shares her survival journey to educate other parentsIn episode 3 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, to mark maternal sepsis month UKST Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels speaks to lecturer and mum Dr Poppy Gibson about her experience following the birth of her second child to raise awareness of the signs of sepsis among this at-risk group.
While anyone can get sepsis at any time, pregnant people and new mothers are particularly at risk of infection and therefore sepsis. As well as breaking down some of the stigmas around accessing support for your mental health as a new mum, the episode aims to empower...2023-05-2544 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonMaternal Sepsis: Mum Poppy Gibson shares her survival journey to educate other parentsIn episode 3 of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, to mark maternal sepsis month UKST Founder & Joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels speaks to lecturer and mum Dr Poppy Gibson about her experience following the birth of her second child to raise awareness of the signs of sepsis among this at-risk group.
While anyone can get sepsis at any time, pregnant people and new mothers are particularly at risk of infection and therefore sepsis. As well as breaking down some of the stigmas around accessing support for your mental health as a new mum, the episode aims to empower...2023-05-2544 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonSurviving Sepsis: Insights on recovery and Post Sepsis SyndromeAre you ready to take your knowledge of sepsis recovery to the next level? Join Dr Ron Daniels and Oliver Jones, UKST's Lead Support Nurse, as they delve into the nitty-gritty of sepsis recovery and Post Sepsis Syndrome (PSS).
Oliver’s background as a critical care nurse makes him the perfect candidate to discuss what information and aftercare is needed for sepsis survivors. Together with Ron, he explores the impact of PSS on people's lives and the challenges of getting it recognised by health professionals, insurance providers, and employers.
The pair discuss ways in which he...2023-04-2433 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonSurviving Sepsis: Insights on recovery and Post Sepsis SyndromeAre you ready to take your knowledge of sepsis recovery to the next level? Join Dr Ron Daniels and Oliver Jones, UKST's Lead Support Nurse, as they delve into the nitty-gritty of sepsis recovery and Post Sepsis Syndrome (PSS).
Oliver’s background as a critical care nurse makes him the perfect candidate to discuss what information and aftercare is needed for sepsis survivors. Together with Ron, he explores the impact of PSS on people's lives and the challenges of getting it recognised by health professionals, insurance providers, and employers.
The pair discuss ways in which he...2023-04-2433 min
Boggled DocsWhen people don't know what to say- finding the right words in a heartbreaking situationSend us a textThis time Nik is joined by Zoë Williamson, the Bereavement Services Team Lead: Scotland for Child Bereavement UK. They discuss the heartbreaking, yet inspirational ITV documentary 'Jason & Clara: In Memory of Maudie' in which actor Jason Watkins and his wife Clara Francis tell the emotional story of their daughter Maudie, who died suddenly from sepsis aged just two and a half in the early hours of New Year’s Day 2011. Amongst other things, they discuss what support there is for parents and siblings who find themselves in this tragic situation. They also cover how...2023-04-2151 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonRemembering Maudie: Jason Watkins on grief, acting, and his and wife Clara’s new ITV1 documentaryTrigger warning: Death, Grief, Child Loss
In the first episode of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST Founder and joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels speaks to BAFTA award-winning actor Jason Watkins (The Catch, Line of Duty) ahead of the release of a new documentary about the tragic loss of Jason’s daughter, Maude, to sepsis in 2011.
The pair cover:
Jason, Clara and Maude’s Sepsis Voices story
The partnership required between parents and healthcare professionals to quickly identify and treat sepsis or other infections
Jason’s approach to his recent role as a griev...2023-03-1529 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonRemembering Maudie: Jason Watkins on grief, acting, and his and wife Clara’s new ITV1 documentaryTrigger warning: Death, Grief, Child Loss
In the first episode of Sepsis Voices with Dr Ron, UKST Founder and joint CEO Dr Ron Daniels speaks to BAFTA award-winning actor Jason Watkins (The Catch, Line of Duty) ahead of the release of a new documentary about the tragic loss of Jason’s daughter, Maude, to sepsis in 2011.
The pair cover:
Jason, Clara and Maude’s Sepsis Voices story
The partnership required between parents and healthcare professionals to quickly identify and treat sepsis or other infections
Jason’s approach to his recent role as a griev...2023-03-1529 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonIntroduction to Sepsis Voices with Dr RonSepsis Voices with Dr Ron is a new podcast, coming soon, that is aimed at junior healthcare professionals, as well as health-conscious members of the public. It aims to educate and raise awareness about sepsis, as well as infection management more broadly.
The podcast is hosted by Dr Ron Daniels, who is an intensive care physician within the NHS, as well as the founder and joint CEO of The UK Sepsis Trust, and Vice President of the Global Sepsis Alliance.
2023-03-1001 minSepsis Voices with Dr RonIntroduction to Sepsis Voices with Dr RonSepsis Voices with Dr Ron is a new podcast, coming soon, that is aimed at junior healthcare professionals, as well as health-conscious members of the public. It aims to educate and raise awareness about sepsis, as well as infection management more broadly.
The podcast is hosted by Dr Ron Daniels, who is an intensive care physician within the NHS, as well as the founder and joint CEO of The UK Sepsis Trust, and Vice President of the Global Sepsis Alliance.
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The Obs PodEpisode 122 SepsisThis episode covers Sepsis & the sepsis six the mainstay of initial treatment for this serious life threatening illness. Warning this episode contains mentions of maternal death and baby loss.Want to know more?https://sepsistrust.org/https://www.rcog.org.uk/media/ea1p1r4h/gtg_64a.pdfhttps://www.gov.uk/government/collections/group-a-streptococcal-infections-guidance-and-data#management-Thank you all for listening, if you have enjoyed my podcast please do continue to subscribe, rate, review and recommend my podcast on your podcast provider. Do explore my back catalogue of episodes and fe...2022-11-1231 min
The Connecting Care PodcastEpisode 2 - Connecting Care and Surviving Sepsis with John McCarthyIn this episode, we hear from John McCarthy who shares with us the story of his battle with Sepsis; including the symptoms he experienced, his journey to recovery and how he is now spending his time to improve awareness of Sepsis, including sharing information on the 'six signs of Sepsis.' For more information on Sepsis and the support that is available visit: https://sepsistrust.org/2022-09-1017 min
The Connecting Care PodcastEpisode 1 - Connecting Care and the Global Burden of Sepsis with Dr Ron DanielsIn our opening episode, we talk with Dr Ron Daniels - Global leader in sepsis, Chief Executive Director of the UK Sepsis Trust and a Vice President of the Global Sepsis Alliance. Dr Daniels shares an update on the current statistics around Sepsis as well as the danger signs of Sepsis. We discuss the International Guidelines and how Dr Daniels feels they be implemented in practice. Dr Daniels provides information on tools and education that is available for those who wish to know more about Sepsis. For more information on Sepsis and the support that is available visit: https...2022-09-0924 min
The Safeguarding PodcastS1 Ep12: Sepsis Awareness | Brian Davies - The UK Sepsis TrustSeptember is Sepsis Awareness Month. So to help raise awareness, we spoke to Brian Davies, the Fundraising Manager at The UK Sepsis Trust.In this episode, Brian explains the signs and symptoms of Sepsis and what to do if you or someone you know are experiencing any of these symptoms.We also discuss the lesser known 'Post Sepsis Syndrome' and the work The UK Sepsis Trust are putting in to raise awareness and support those effected by Sepsis.If you are seeking support post Sepsis you can call 0808 800 0029 free on UK landlines and...2022-09-0636 min
The Whitefoot Cricket ShowEP09 | From life-threatening illness to playing in The Hundred: Western Storm and Welsh Fire's Nicole Harvey shares her remarkable storyTaylor Williams talks with Western Storm, Welsh Fire and Cornwall's own Nicole Harvey. 12 or so months ago — while 32 weeks pregnant with her first child — Nicole was diagnosed with sepsis, which proved severe and life-threatening. Earlier this year she was just beginning to walk again and playing cricket at any level — let alone professionally — was still a distant pipedream. Fast forward several months to July '21 and Nicole's walking out at Emerald Headingley to take on the Northern Superchargers in the inaugural Hundred tournament. Hers is a truly remarkable story of courage, determination and fortitude.
Nicole also tak...2021-08-271h 09
HLA ListenThe Critical Care Podcast - Building the right foundation: Septic shockJoin Raluca (ICU Nurse) and Chris (ICU Consultant) in admitting and looking after our hypothetical patient Vincent who has presented to hospital in septic shock.
We will talk about:
Types of shock
How to prepare for this admission
How to manage a patient with septic shock
Use of vasoactive medication
Literature and research mentioned in the podcast:
Sepsis Guidelines: https://sepsistrust.org/
And much more. Give away – the patient always gets better!
Don’t miss our three takeaway messages and please send us yours!
Enjo...2021-05-2946 min
That's After Life! with Dame Esther Rantzen & Adrian MillsEpisode 11: Michael GradeThe Right Honourable Lord Grade of Yarmouth, otherwise known as media executive and businessman Michael Grade, joins Esther Rantzen and Adrian Mills in this week's episode discussing all the gossip from his years as an agent, Live Aid, Morecambe and Wise, killing off Doctor Who and his current work in the House of Lords. For his chosen charity, Michael Grade talks about Sepsis Trust and speaks to guest caller John about his experience. https://www.sepsistrust.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-1936 min
Your Sepsis StoriesPTSD from sepsis. Mid panic attackMental health can be a very tough subject. There can be a lot of stigma around it and there shouldn't be. However one of the symptoms of post sepsis syndrome / after effects of sepsis is ptsd anxiety depression and flashbacks. Please ask for help. Places to go for help. https://www.mind.org.uk https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/nhs-voluntary-charity-services/charity-and-voluntary-services/get-help-from-mental-health-helplines/ https://www.idealflatmate.co.uk/flatmate-HQ/top-10-uk-mental-health-charities/ https://www.samaritans.org Sepsis Uk trust. https://sepsistrust.org/make-a-donation/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheUKSepsisTrust (donation button at the top of the page) --- Send in a...2021-03-1028 min
Super BrainSpecial Investigation: What is COVID19 doing to our brains?Dr Sabina Brennan, host of Super Brain, investigates the impact of COVID19 on the human brainSpecial thanks to Helen Brennan, Maddie Culling, Carolyn Gunther, Barbara Melville and Caroline O'Brien, for sharing their personal stories and to Dr Lucy Cheke, Dr Ron Daniels, Dr Patricia Mc Namara and Dr Adrian Owen their expert insights on the neurological and cognitive complications of COVID-19A HUGE thank you to my very special and talented editor Emily Burke for going above and beyond to help me to get this special and important episode to you.2020-09-1559 min
Brave New Girls - Well Beings, Well PlanetSurviving Sepsis; understanding courage after crisis with Broadcaster & Egyptologist Dr Elizabeth FroodThis week's guest is Dr Elizabeth Frood, broadcaster, Egyptologist & associate professor at Oxford University, specialising in the Ancient World's graffiti, sacred places and social structures. In 2015 her world was rocked when she contracted Sepsis, nearly died and lost her legs, much of the use of her hands and the hearing in her right ear; but that didn't stop her continuing the work she loves.Brave New You TRIBE podcast Host, artist & illustrator, Lou Hamilton chats with Liz as they discuss ancient graffiti, making a documentary about the Tutankhamun exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery, her work in Egypt...2020-08-2656 min
The You+AI PodcastThe long road to recovery post Covid19Our guest: Dr Ron Daniels BEM(@SepsisUK)Dr. Ron Daniels is an NHS Consultant in Intensive Care, based in Birmingham, U.K. He’s also the Executive Director of the UK Sepsis Trust and sits on the Executive Board of the Global Sepsis Alliance.In this episode, Dr. Daniels discusses the long road to recovery for patients who come out of critical care. He lays out that #longcovid effects could be physical, cognitive, psychological and offers guidance on what should people look for and who should they reach out to when they ne...2020-08-0335 min
The KempcastEp5. Laura CraneLaura is an ex-professional surfing champion, influencer and presenter, who after overcoming struggles with body dysmorphia and an eating disorder, became a household name after appearing in the popular reality TV show Love Island.This episode was recorded on 12/02/20.Laura is an ambassador for Young Minds UK. If you feel like you’ve been affected by any of the topics being discussed in this episode, you can contact: https://youngminds.org.uk/UK Sepsis Trust: https://sepsistrust.org/Laura’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraloucrane/?hl=en2020-05-2853 min
The Case FilesSilent KillerLouise Harvey-Smithwas told her toddler Reuben had tonsillitis when in fact he was fighting for his life against sepsis. With sepsis every hour counts – how could the doctors get it so wrong? Kate is also joined by Dr Ron Daniels, from the UK Sepsis Trust(https://sepsistrust.org/about/) and Global Sepsis Alliance as well as the family lawyer Matthew Smith from Slater and Gordon (https://www.slatergordon.co.uk/our-experts/matthew-smith/) and Lisa O’Dwyer from Action Against Medical Accidents (https://www.avma.org.uk/help-advice/ ).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...2019-11-1835 min
The Tip OffEp.14 Hoping to be wrongTip offs for a story can come in many forms, but for Alistair one investigation he worked on started in the worst way imaginable: with the death of a loved one.From a hospital car-park in the Midlands to a meeting with the Health Secretary, the BBC’s Alistair Jackson sets off to explore sepsis deaths in the UK.Read all about it:http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0957545http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-41204389http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4868872/Alistair-Jackson-discovered-mother-died-needlessly.ht...2018-01-2529 min