Jackie is a Sepsis Survivor. She shares the symptoms that led her to seek care, her hospital experience, and the effects that she still lives with every day, as well as a special birthday wish for the world.

Read Jackie's story here: https://www.sepsis.org/faces/jackied/.

Faces of Sepsis™ stories allow those affected by sepsis to share their experiences of illness, treatment, recovery, and loss. The collected stories aim to capture the diversity of people who had sepsis—some describe a quick recovery while others cover the longterm effects of postsepsis syndrome (PSS). Each experience is different, but all Faces of Sepsis stories play a vital role. They help those who have been impacted by sepsis learn that they are not alone.

Sepsis Alliance Connect is a virtual support community designed for the millions of people affected by sepsis. Visit http://SepsisConnect.org to learn more or to sign up.

Please note that the stories and opinions posted in the Faces of Sepsis are those solely of the authors and contributors of the stories. They do not reflect the opinions of Sepsis Alliance, its employees, contractors, or volunteers.