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Ireland Notes ‘Concerning’ Rise in Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Rates

Ireland Notes ‘Concerning’ Rise in Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Rates

Ireland’s mortality register reported a concerning increase in the rate of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). SIDS has returned as the leading cause of death among babies aged 29 days to one year, prompting calls for renewed public health focus.

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Mortality register finds ‘concerning’ increase in rate of sudden infant death syndrome