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Sepsis took my limbs — not my spirit
Double hand transplant warrior
Living proof miracles exist
Ambassador for Sepsis Reseach FEAT
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💛❤️ Do you know what sepsis is? If sepsis is not treated immediately it can result in organ failure and death. Yet with early diagnosis, sepsis can be treated with antibiotics. . . The more people know about sepsis, the safer everyone is. Help us spread awareness of the condition that kills 8 people a day in Ireland. . . Please learn about sepsis, and tell your loved ones about it too. Knowing the signs of sepsis will saves lives #sepsisawareness
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#givingtuesday . . Today is Giving Tuesday, a global day of giving, a day where everyone, everywhere is encouraged to do something to support the causes that mean so much to them. Please keep us in mind today, and all the families across Ireland whose lives have been affected by sepsis. Somebody somewhere dies of sepsis every 2.8 seconds, and here in Ireland approximately 8 people die of sepsis every single day. Awareness of the signs of sepsis and being able to take action quickly is what saves lives. Please take some time today to learn about the signs of sepsis, and if you wish to make a donation towards our work please visit our website or @idonate.ie page. Thank you 🤍
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This week we hear from an amazing lady we've had the pleasure of meeting. @kims2ndchance had four limbs amputated after developing sepsis whilst on holiday in Spain. Read Kim's inspiring story on our website , how she is regaining her independence, getting back behind the wheel of her Sirus Drive From Wheelchair vehicle and works hard to support a number of charities to support amputees and survivors of sepsis. #sepsissurvivor #amputee #sepsisawareness #steelbones #sepsistrustuk #accessable #wheelchairaccessiblevehicle #mobility #accessiblevehicle
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🤎 Thank you for all your hard work 🤎 @kims2ndchance @bringsmilesthroughtears @katysepsisamputee @beginagainfoundation @comatoconfidence @uksepsistrust @sepsisuk @sepsisresearch #sepsis #sepsissurvivor #sepsisawareness #awareness #disabilityawareness
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In this episode of the Words of Sepsis Podcast you'll hear from Kim of @kims2ndchance Kim was on holiday in Spain when she developed back pain. She thought she had a urine infection and even with trips to the hospital and doctors her condition deteriorated. In fact Kim was airlifted back to the UK where medical staff were amazed she was alive. Kim's story is one of determination and courage as she spent months in hospital, first battling sepsis itself. And then in rehab after having her hands and legs amputated because of sepsis. A huge thanks to Kim for sharing her story. Sepsis is a condition that still takes the lives of some 50,000 people in the UK every year. That's about five lives lost every hour. Our hope is that through these podcasts, many more people will become aware of sepsis and that some of the loss and suffering related to sepsis can be prevented as you increase your knowledge and the knowledge of others. Do check out the rest of the series and share them as widely as you can using them to start conversations with friends and family about sepsis. It could save a life possibly even your own. You can listen via the link in our profile or all major podcast platforms. #sepsis #sepsisamputee #sepsiswarrior
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Thank you @kims2ndchance for the #aroundtheworldin13days shout out on your incredible TIKTOK account. Together we can and will make a difference 🌎🙏🏽 #sepsis #sepsissurvivor #sepsisawareness #sepsiszentgyörgy
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What a fantastic weekend and lifetime experience had by all at the first-ever adult camp hosted by LimbPower at the Calvert Trust in Exmoor. The venue and its surroundings are a beautiful backdrop to an adventurous weekend of fun and activities. What made this experience so special was the people who joined us and seeing them participate by pushing their limits and take on all the activities; Rock Climbing, Abseiling, Zip Wire, Canoeing and Archery. It was lovely to see friendships form and listen to captivating stories shared amongst the group about their unique experience of amputation and limb loss and life with limb difference. We are SO excited for LimbPower's next adult camp. If you are interested in joining us? Contact; @rebeccalegon to be added to the list - spaces are limited. . . . . . #exmoor #calverttrustexmoor #limbdifference #amputee #prostheticleg #limbdifferenceawareness #adventureweekend #disabledandproud #charityweekend #challengeyourlimits
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Meet the fabulous Kim! You can find out all about her here: https://www.yourkoalaa.com/post/__kim #limbdifference #sepsissurvivor #prosthetic #inspiration
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The wonderful @kims2ndchance using her Mitt to write her Christmas cards! 🎁🎄💫 #christmas #prostheticarm #limbdifference #firstprosthetic #koalaaprosthetics
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First time I met my nanny I though she was a little bit odd as she has no hands or legs but she still give me loads of fuss and I does love her she very special lady in more ways then one. #cockapoosofinstagram#cockerspanielpuppy#nannycuddlesarethebest#sepsissurvivor#quadrupleamputee 🖤💗
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What a wonderful Woman! ❤️ • Kim fought sepsis and won. You guys helped her crowdfund for a bionic arm and now she's on a mission to take back her independence 🙌
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Please do support this lovely lady, we will be the human jukebox and look forward to playing all your requests #sepsis
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