Frequently asked questions on SIDS, such as: What is SIDS?; What causes SIDS?; Did the baby suffer?; What are the effects of SIDS on the family?; Facts you should know about SIDS.
Source: The Canadian Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths

SIDS - Sudden Infant Death Syndrome - Public Health Agency of Canada

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), also known as Crib Death, refers to the sudden and unexpected death of an apparently healthy infant under one year of age.
Source: Public Health Agency of Canada

Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) - Canadian Lung Association

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the sudden and unexplained death of an infant who is younger than 1 year old. SIDS seems to strike without warning, usually in babies who seem perfectly healthy.
Source: The Canadian Lung Association

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) - Health Canada

Provides short definition of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) with a brief overview of preventative measures and links to resources including the Canadian Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths Web site.
Source: Health Canada


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