Pripa Aurica

About

Aurica Pripa is a professional in the field of European affairs with substantial experience across multiple sectors. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in international initiatives and in promoting awareness of critically important public health issues. Her work in Belgium, where she has focused her professional efforts, has been marked by collaborations with various institutions and organizations dedicated to European dialogue and collective well-being. Aurica Pripa's commitment to her areas of personal interest was triggered by significant life experiences. In 2019, she became co-chair of the European Sepsis Alliance's Families and Patients Working Group, dedicating considerable efforts to awareness and educational campaigns regarding this serious medical condition. This initial involvement was fueled by a traumatic experience within her family, when her husband was diagnosed with sepsis that progressed to septic shock, complicated by bacterial infection and pneumonia. His treatment required emergency medical interventions, including ECMO therapy and intubation, followed by an extended period of hospitalization and recovery, and ultimately, amputation. This personal tragedy transformed her into a passionate advocate for awareness regarding the need for emergency response to sepsis. Aurica Pripa's commitment in Belgium reflects a broader dedication to public health issues and international cooperation in Europe. Through her position within the European Sepsis Alliance, she has contributed to the development and dissemination of critical information for patients and their families. Her in-depth knowledge of healthcare systems and experience in European public relations have enabled her to become a representative voice in dialogues concerning urgent medical issues at the continental level, combining professional expertise with empathy born from personal experience.