But researchers add that too many are still breathing in secondhand smoke while in vehicles

They're just a step backward in the learning process, experts say

Infants, poor children most vulnerable, study suggests

Despite what some people think, lice prefer clean hair, doctor says

At age 12, those kids had better lung function than formula-fed kids

Suggestions for disciplining your little one

Synapses in key brain region continues to develop much longer in babies than in primates, study finds

Only associated with multiple surgeries; not a reason to delay needed procedures, experts say

Ultrasound screening, regular blood transfusions have helped reduce strokes in those with the blood disorder

Help keep them safe behind the wheel

Tougher laws needed to protect children from infection, report says

Problems lingered 10 months after the stroke, research finds

Report found it costs U.S. $124 billion a year; overall price tag similar to diabetes, stroke

However, parents should note that incidence is rare, researchers say

Scans show that humor activates parts of the brain linked to resilience, well-being in children

Experts point to potential health consequences

New policy statement calls for strong family presence, greater decision-making role

Precautions include keeping child out of kitchen while you're cooking

They don't bother with proper safety seats when their kids are in other people's cars, study finds

Study found toddlers with loving mothers had more growth in key brain area