Injury Prevention Calendar
News, Events, and Observances
October is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month
Updated 10/3/2024
Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID), which includes Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), is the leading cause of injury death in infancy. Sleep is a big challenge for families with babies, but following safe sleep recommendations can prevent many SUID fatalities. In October and all year long, you can learn more about how to reduce the risk of SIDS and other sleep-related infant deaths.
Education and information are vital to preventing infant and childhood injury and death. Check out the upcoming safe sleep webinar and resources below to learn more.
Webinar Opportunity
On October 22, 2024, from 11 to 12 p.m. CDT, the Texas Department of State Health Services Perinatal and Infant Health and Safety Team and Children’s Safety Network will host the Helping Communities Build Sustainable Safe Infant Sleep Programs webinar. Participants will learn about basic principles of quality improvement and sustainability and will connect with state and national safe infant sleep technical advisors. Register here.
Resources
- Safe Sleep, American Academy of Pediatrics
- Safe Infant Sleep, Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
- Safe Sleep Recommendations, Texas DSHS
- Safe to Sleep, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
- Reduce Baby’s Risk, (NICHD)
Texas Prehospital Pediatric Readiness Education Series Open for Registration
Published 8/21/2024
The Texas Prehospital Pediatric Readiness Education Series helps equip prehospital providers with the necessary knowledge to provide optimal care for children during emergencies.
This monthly series runs through July 2025. These 1-hour virtual sessions highlight evidence-based or best practice guidelines and resources for adoption in EMS agencies. Topics include pediatric triage tools, multi-system trauma, airway and respiratory management, and non-accidental trauma.
Learn more about the series in this PDF or follow this link to register.
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