Kate Garraway's heartbreak as husband Derek returns to hospital amid battle with sepsis

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Kate Garraway has revealed husband Derek Draper, 54, is back in hospital as he continues to battle complications after contracting sepsis in August.The Good Morning Britain presenter, 55, is set to attend the National Television Awards on Thursday as her second documentary about her husband's health woes has been nominated.Derek is one of the UK's longest-suffering patients of Covid after being admitted to hospital with the virus in March 2020, only returning to the family's London home in April 2021, where he receives round-the-clock care.Kate has since addressed her husband's health battle and admitted she feels "guilty" asking fans to vote for her as they have supported her during her family's phlight.Her admission comes after she revealed Derek returned to hospital in August amid complications with sepsis.Speaking to The Sun, Kate said: "Derek is back in hospital after developing sepsis that again threatened his life and we are again fighting to get him home, but I remain constantly inspired by those around him - not just for their expertise but for their loving care."Addressing her nomination, she went on: "When Caring for Derek was nominated, I was of course very honoured but I had mixed feelings about asking people to vote for the film."I was worried and guilty about asking for more support when so many have already sent their good wishes."But now too many have got in touch saying 'please shout it from the rooftops’ for me to ignore!"Kate said she feels she is one of the "lucky ones" as she admitted Derek's health "hung in the balance".He had faced sepsis in August after developing a kidney infection which led to dangerous complications.Derek was at risk of losing a kidney after contracting sepsis but was able to.