Dental X-rays are safe without the lead apron
The risk of radiation exposure from dental X-rays is low, say experts. It’s so low that you don’t actually need that lead apron.
Poll: We do more ‘helicopter parenting’ than we think
New poll results indicate a gap between parents’ views on independence for kids and their propensity for “helicopter parenting.”
‘Connected’ self-driving cars can speed up travel time
Self-driving cars that are “connected” can cut down on travel time, but when they don’t communicate, AVs can actually slow things down.
Poll: Used kid gear is great but how to gauge safety?
“Used child essentials are often more cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and convenient,” but parents aren’t sure how to assess safety.
Prevent child drowning: No blue suits or mermaid tails
Expert Jen Lau has advice for parents to preventing children from drowning. Her advice include swimsuit color and designated watchers.
Repeat product recalls don’t always prompt change
What gets a company to do better after a mistake, such as product recalls? New research finds some surprising answers.
Repeat product recalls don’t always prompt change
What gets a company to do better after a mistake, such as product recalls? New research finds some surprising answers.
Gun store chats boost use of gun cable locks
People who are told by a retailer about gun cable locks when they purchase a firearm are more than twice as likely to use them, a new study shows.
Teachers have 5 areas of concern for kids’ online safety
To be effective, digital safety education has to be ongoing and reinforced, “not only for the kids, but also for teachers and parents.”
Teachers have 5 areas of concern for kids’ online safety
To be effective, digital safety education has to be ongoing and reinforced, “not only for the kids, but also for teachers and parents.”