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With the help of thousands of volunteers across the country, First Candle/SIDS Alliance has cultivated a strong interest in SIDS issues among U.S. Congressional members, as well as within the state legislatures.  Since 1985, Federal funding for SIDS research has increased from $300,000 to over $17 million in 2002.  In an effort to build upon that success, we have expanded our advocacy efforts to include increased planning and funding for Stillbirth issues.

First Candle Convenes Congressional Briefing
National Caucus to address issues related to
infant health and safety in the U.S.