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Tragic Cot Asphyxia: Calls for Stricter Safety Guidelines

4/18/2025

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  • A heartbreaking coroner's report revealed that a 7-month-old baby lost their life to asphyxia after becoming ensnared in a cot with a faulty sliding side. The coroner urged for stricter guidelines to ensure cot safety, while health organizations pledged to amplify awareness on safe sleeping practices, aiming to prevent future tragedies like this.