Jake Tapper

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Score 114

This almost happened to our daughter, the hospital did not take it seriously when she complained of abdominal pain and said she merely had a virus. Wrong. She almost died of sepsis.

Advocate for yourself in the hospital! Demand imaging if no one is sure what’s wrong with you!

Jake Tapper 🦅

@jaketapper

NYT: It’s Just a Virus, the E.R. Told Him. Days Later, He Was Dead. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/… via @NYTimes

10/5/2025, 9:01:23 PM

The statement is a personal anecdote shared in response to a public issue highlighted by a news article about misdiagnosis in emergency rooms. It aims to raise awareness about the importance of advocating for oneself in medical settings, particularly when symptoms are dismissed.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement does not cause harm; it shares a personal experience to highlight a systemic issue.
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
The statement promotes understanding and empathy by sharing a personal story that underscores the importance of patient advocacy. [+2]
Principle 6:
I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
The statement uses personal experience to contribute to societal awareness about healthcare advocacy, aiming to improve patient outcomes. [+2]
Principle 7:
I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
The statement responsibly uses the platform to discuss a public health issue, encouraging proactive patient behavior. [+1]