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Machelle Stotts's grandson, Oliver, died in November 2016 from the condition, which kills around 350,000 Americans and affects 1.7 million more in a typical year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Sepsis Alliance, a nationwide advocacy organization, hopes to designate September as Sepsis Awareness Month in every state. World Sepsis Awareness Day is Sept. 13. Gordon's proclamation will take place on Sept. 15 at the Capital.