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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ella Pickover

New tool allows public to assess risk of sepsis

Experts said that a new tool to help the public assess sepsis risk could save thousands of lives (Alamy/PA) -

Health experts have launched an online tool to help the public understand their risk of a potentially life-threatening condition.

Sepsis occurs when the body’s immune system over-reacts to an infection and starts to damage its own tissues and organs.

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