Toxic Shock Syndrome Information Service

PO Box 450
Godalming
Surrey
GU7 1GR

Tel (Pre-recorded advice line): 020 7617 8040 (24 hours)
Tel (Admin): 01483 418561
Web: www.tssis.com

Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a type of blood poisoning. It is rare but potentially serious and can develop quickly in anyone - men, women and children.

The Toxic Shock Syndrome Information Service (TSSIS) provides both members of the public and medical professionals with factual and balanced information on TSS.

The main activities of the TSSIS include:

• Personalised responses to individual UK enquiries, from the Medical Advisory Panel if appropriate.
• Distribution of information to the general public and third party informers through groups such as the National Union of Students.
• Presentations to the general public, for example the Women's Health and Screening Delegation.
• Training of third party groups such as the members of St John's Ambulance.

TSSIS provide:

• A 24 hour pre-recorded telephone advice line.
• Free publications that can be downloaded or requested, including: TSS: Know the Facts, TSS - A Health Professionals Guide,