That the Parliament acknowledges World Sepsis Day on 13 September 2025, which aims to highlight awareness of sepsis, as well as fundraise; understands that sepsis arises when the body’s response to an infection injures its own tissues and organs, which may lead to shock, multi-organ failure and death, particularly if not recognised early and treated promptly; notes that the day hopes to increase public awareness and show support for people who have lost loved ones, or are sepsis survivors, and understands that the UK Sepsis Trust has joined forces with St Andrew's First Aid to raise awareness of sepsis in Scotland by providing the Scottish charity with literature encouraging people to "Just ask: could it be sepsis?", as well as Z-cards showing the symptoms in both adults and children.
Supported by:
Liam Kerr, Paul Sweeney, Tess White