Monday, October 06, 2008

Fans Lower Risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

According to a story in the Associated Press;

Using a fan to circulate air seemed to lower the risk of sudden infant death syndrome in a study of nearly 500 babies, researchers reported Monday. Placing babies on their backs to sleep is the best advice for preventing SIDS, a still mysterious cause of death.

Experts also recommend a firm mattress, removing toys and pillows from cribs, and keeping infants from getting too warm.
Read the full story here, Fan use linked to lower risk of sudden baby death By Carla K. Johnson.

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