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Shannon McKenney

@shannonmckenney.bsky.social

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Métis Juno Award Nominated Singer turned Patient Partner Researcher Sepsis Canada | James Lind Alliance | CCCTG Indigenous Circle | Can-SOLVE CKD IPERC

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Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · May 16

I Am So Proud to be a Published Researcher!

Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think I would be published in science journals. I had hoped to have music published, and I do, but this is a major accomplishment in my life!

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Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Sep 29

I have a hard time observing the National Day of #TruthandReconciliation, not because of what it signifies, but because most people observe it as a holiday.

Here's what you can do to become an ally in observing #NDTR.

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#orangeshirtday
#everychildmatters

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Sep 16

Thank you so much for all your support!💓

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Action on Sepsis @actiononsepsis.bsky.social · Sep 15

From sharing her journey as a sepsis survivor to performing on stage, our Patient Advisory Council member, Shannon McKenney, is bringing her voice to #WCICC2025. She’s presenting today and performing at Friday’s closing ceremony! Learn more about Shannon: shannonmckenney.com

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Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Sep 15

Thank you @actiononsepsis.bsky.social for all your support!
#WCICC25 #caringintensively

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Sep 15

Sepsis continues to be a global burden to all healthcare systems. That's why it's important for people like me, #pwle (people with lived experience) to share their stories of survival. See you @vancouverconventioncentre.com!

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Sep 15

I am beyond honored to be presenting at the World Congress of Intensive Critical Care today!

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Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Sep 9

I'm excited to be attending #WCICC25 with @christinesepsis.bsky.social & performing at the closing ceremony with Barbara Dolan!

PS: It's my 1st live show since 2019!🎉

🔗 shannonmckenney.com/stop-sepsis-sa…#sepsissurvivorsr#worldsepsisdaya#wcicc202525

https://shannonmckenney.com/stop-sepsis-sa…

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Sep 9

It's #sepsisawarenessmonth so I wanted to introduce you to some of the ladies who inspire me!
Angie Nickel
Jackie Duda
Katy Grainger
Amalie Henze
🧵

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Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Sep 8

I've had an Intractable Migraine for 2638 days! I've tried every CGRP, DHE, Eastern medicine, & lifestyle changes. What seems to be working is nearing menopause.

My question is, has anyone heard or have access to literature on the positive effects of nicotine patches on migraines? Just had to ask🤗

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Sep 2

Some people love the fall? You lust to fulfill your pumpkin spice latte dreams...When it comes to the end of summer, I only see death and dying. I dread that winter is coming!

🔗https://shannonmckenney.com/winter-is-coming/

#winteriscoming
#herecomestherainagain
#amazonassociate

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Aug 25

It seems like everyone we know has a young adult starting their #postsecondary education so, I’ve compiled a list of practical things you need as you start #university.

🔗https://shannonmckenney.com/practical-things-you-need-as-you-start-university/

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Aug 18

I’ve heard losing your culture is comparable to a soul wound. Like I mentioned previously, I felt alone in a world without a place to belong. However, that changed today.

It’s a good day to be Métis!

🔗https://shannonmckenney.com/its-a-good-day-to-be-metis/

#metis
#indigenous
#reclaimed

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Aug 13

#WorldSepsisDay is September 13th!

You know a survivor even if they're not aware they're a survivor. #Sepsis is more common than cancer & still has a mortality rate of 20%!

Please sign so the @who.int will assign an ICD-10 for #PostSepsisSyndrome.

⬇️

Sign the Petition

Please World Health Organisation classify Post Sepsis Syndrome with a ICD.

www.change.org

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Aug 12

I have always hated cleaning! Not disliked, HATED! However, I found that my mental health is so much better when my house is organized and clean. Tidy home, tidy mind.

I've simplified this task over the years.

shannonmckenney.com/tidy-home-ti...

#housekeeping
#tidyhousetidymind

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Ariaa® @ariaa.bsky.social · Aug 5

Life-saving idea! Pass it on!

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Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · Aug 6

Completely horrifying.👇 Anti-science monster.

RFK Jr. Cancels mRNA Vaccine Research www.nytimes.com/live/2025/08...

Reality: Vaccine...
- saved millions of lives
- < hospitalization
- < long COVID
- > pregnancy outcomes
- < healthcare costs
- promising platform for other diseases!
- etc, etc!!!

R.F.K. Jr. Cancels mRNA Vaccine Research

www.nytimes.com

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Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Aug 5

Little did I know that coming out of my shell would be the biggest challenge of surviving sepsis...

I had lost my bad bitch energy, but I think I got it back!

🔗 shannonmckenney.com/coming-out-o...

#newblogpost
#sepsisrecovery
#comingoutofmyshell

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Aug 4

You can also join her Invisible Disabilities Support Group via the @sepsisalliance.bsky.social.

sepsis.org/sepsis-allianc…

Survivors helping Survivors!💪

https://sepsis.org/sepsis-allianc…

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Aug 4

Jackie shares her own survival story, along with mine and fellow survivors, Kim Smith, Don Smith, & Melissa Hodgson.

Check out Jackie's podcast, the 1:20

youtube.com/@the120pod?s... Podcast here:

The 1:20 Podcast

Four years ago on May 22, 2021, septic shock nearly took me out. I never heard the word "sepsis" before. I'm celebrating my 4th Life Day by launching this educational and awareness podcast that will ...

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Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Aug 4

Jackie Duda is a BEAST!!! This woman does so much advocating for sepsis awareness & changing lives for the better for all sepsis survivors.

This is her latest article in @thelancet.com.

www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

The walking wounded: sepsis survivors grapple with post-sepsis syndrome

There were times I didn’t know why I survived sepsis, and even darker times when I wished I hadn’t. After surviving septic shock in May, 2021, after a colon perforation erupted from undiagnosed divert...

www.thelancet.com

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Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Jul 29

What Are You Using On Your Skin?

Now that I leave my house, I get asked this quite a bit. Honestly, I’m a basic Betty, but I’ll share some things that I have found to be helpful in fighting gravity.

shannonmckenney.com/if-i-could-t...

#antiaging
#skincare
#medicalesthetics

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Jul 27

I ain't your honey!

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Jul 25

Defund Hockey Canada & their slush fund to pay off victims & supply litigators for their perpetrators.

Canada gave $7.7 million to Hockey Canada, while $2.9 million went to silence other victims of these perpetrators!
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https://cbc.ca/news/canada/ho…

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Jul 25

What a gross miscarriage of "justice" & the decision came from a woman? 🤦‍♀️

I am so happy Michael McLeod, Carter Hart, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dube, and Callan Foote are ineligible to play in the NHL!
globalnews.ca/news/1129643...

World junior trial: Players found not guilty in high-profile sex assault case | Globalnews.ca

Five members of Canada’s 2018 world junior hockey team accused of sexual assault have all been found not guilty, an Ontario judge has ruled.

globalnews.ca

Shannon McKenney @shannonmckenney.bsky.social · Jul 5

What is on your list for Amazon Prime Days? I found some great deals! Just don't tell my husband. 🤣
#amazonprimeday
#amazonprime
#primedaydeals
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The Ultimate Wishlist for Amazon Prime Days - Shannon McKenney

Truth, I learned about Amazon Prime Days from my 75-year-old Father-in-law. He loves a good deal and scours Amazon for the best ones.

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