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Rachel Moon, Professor of Pediatrics, University of Virginia

The tragedy of sudden infant death syndrome: A pediatrician explains how to protect your baby

Babies should sleep on their back on a firm, flat surface. mdphoto16/E+ via Getty Images

Each year, about 3,400 U.S. infants die suddenly and unexpectedly while sleeping, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. On Oct. 12, 2022, SciLine interviewed Dr. Rachel Moon, professor of pediatrics at the University of Virginia and the chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics Task Force on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Moon discussed the best ways for babies to sleep safely and the recent media reports heralding a study on “the cause” of SIDS.

Dr. Rachel Moon discusses SIDS – sudden infant death syndrome.
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