Sudden infant death syndrome

For caregivers who have lost a child to SIDS, the availability of counseling and support groups can be highlighted. These include FirstCandle CJ First Candle Opens in new window and the American SIDS Institute. American SIDS Institute Opens in new window This is not meant to be an exhaustive list, and other valuable resources may also be available.

Parents are informed that there is no evidence of a causal link between immunization and an increase in the risk of SIDS.