Peggy Lillis Foundation

Preventing the spread of C. diff in your household is something we are often asked about. Everything from how long to isolate to the best products to use for cleaning. The guide is also an excellent resource for learning more about treatment options or how to care for a loved ones. Learn more about what measures you can take by downloading our free C. diff Care Guide https://buff.ly/4dLY9IA

Peggy was born in Brooklyn, NY into a large Irish-Catholic family. She was a single mother of 2 sons and a kindergarten teacher. She was a vocal advocate for students in the public education system and was working towards her master's degree. At the time of her death, Peggy was teaching at PS 198, caring for her elderly mother, and planning to spend her retirement between her home in Brooklyn and her long-time partner’s house in Maui. Peggy acquired #cdiff after taking clindamycin for a dental procedure. Within 2 days, she was feeling ill and suffering from severe diarrhea. After 4 days of severe diarrhea, she was feeling extremely ill and looking pale. After being taken to the ED by paramedics, it was found she had a severe C. diff infection, extremely low blood pressure, and was in septic shock. She underwent an emergency surgery and remained stable for a few hours but then began to decline. She ultimately passed away from complications of Sepsis. Peggy was only 56 at the time of her passing. Learn more about Peggy Lillis and Peggy Lillis Foundation at cdiff.org

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Our inaugural Scientific Symposium is Friday, November 15th, 2024. As part of C. diff Awareness Month, this virtual event will allow clinicians, scientists, nurses, pharmacists, and industry professionals to intermingle and hear updates on the state of C. diff and C. diff treatment options. The Symposium will also feature testimonials from C. diff patients and survivors. You can see a list of speakers and register for the event here https://buff.ly/4fG5jzN

Gut health is a crucial part of C. diff recovery and preventing C. diff recurrences. Eating fruits and vegetables with soluble fiber, grains, and fermented foods are excellent ways to load your gut with essential prebiotics and probiotics. Learn more about C. diff recovery and what foods you should eat by downloading our free Nutrition and Lifestyle Guide for C. diff Recovery https://buff.ly/3M4gqov

Join Dr. Snyder in this webinar as he provides a comprehensive overview of C. diff diagnostic testing methods. This webinar provides 1.0 P.A.C.E. contact hour and is free to attend. Register for the event here https://buff.ly/4doCF4J

When struggling with C. diff, Rick ran into a problem that many patients often encounter. He received little to no guidance from his physician about what he should be doing to take care of himself. In addition to taking medication, C. diff patients need guidance on cleaning and disinfecting their home, what they can eat, and what lifestyle changes should be made. You can read Rick's full story and many others at buff.ly/3Mp7Hh3

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Join us for our 15th annual Gala as we celebrate our successes and look to the future of C. diff education and advocacy. This years gala, held at 26 Bridge in Brooklyn, NY, will honor 3 incredible women whose contributions have had a profound impact to the field of C. diff research, treatment, education, and advocacy. Buy Gala tickets or become a Gala sponsor here https://buff.ly/3SOfwQG

“I'll never forget the person that said: ‘people die from C diff every day in New York, it's not unusual. We don't report it to the state or the CDC.’ And my response to that was, a healthy 56-year-old woman going to the dentist and dying 6 days later isn't unusual to you?” The conversation that started a nationwide movement. In the latest from Contagion_Live hear from PLF Founder & CEO Christian John Lillis about the beginnings of the organization and how far we have come in the last 14 years.