The Danger of Bacterial Infections
Bacterial infections are the most common cause of sepsis. Sepsis-causing infections most often start in the urinary tract, lungs, skin, and gastrointestinal tract. Sepsis can also result from viral infections such as influenza, COVID-10, or from fungal infections. You can prevent bacterial infections that lead to sepsis by practicing good hygiene. Make sure to always keep your hands clean and clean and cover any cuts and wounds until they have healed. While sepsis itself is not contagious, some of the viral infections that cause sepsis can be spread between people.