The Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Program, in accordance with the State of California Health and Safety Code, Chapter 268, Statutes of 1991, ensures coordination, mandated follow-up, and reconciliation of all reported county SIDS cases with a Public Health Nurse. Historical SIDS mandates also ensure that families and communities are provided with SIDS information and education. In Alameda County, the SIDS Program collaborates with multiple county programs: Black Infant Health, Building Bridges, DREAMS, as well as key perinatal service providers, community agencies, and stakeholders to promote SIDS education and assure that staff are trained to provide accurate SIDS information.
SIDS staff provides a number of services, including:
- Mandated follow-up call or visit by a Public Health Nurse or skilled health professional.
- Assistance with grief and bereavement support, and other related resources.
- Access to 24-hour crisis line and toll-free line. Dial 988 or click here for more information
Major SIDS Events and Activities
- SIDS Risk Reduction Awareness Month—October
- Annual SIDS Spring Training and Conference