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knowitallhealth.com eNewsletter | Volume 2 | Issue 1 | February 2008

We’ve added a cool new “share this†feature– which enables you to share an article, or blog, or page of interest from knowitallhealth with your family and friends, and to post it on social media sites like Facebook and Digg.

And, we’re offering an ebook free every month. In February, look for our free ebook on heart disease.

Daytime Sleep Improves Memory Consolidation

A ninety minute daytime nap helps speed up the process of long term memory consolidation, a recent study conducted by Prof. Avi Karni and Dr. Korman of the Center for Brain and Behavior Research at the University of Haifa found.Read release

Disordered Eating Less Common Among Teen Girls Who Regularly Eat Family Meals

Adolescent girls who frequently eat meals with their families appear less likely to use diet pills, laxatives or other extreme measures to control their weight five years later, according to a report in the January issue of Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine. Read release

Newer Meningitis Vaccine Appears Safe and Effective for Infants

A vaccine not yet licensed in the United States produces immunity against four strains of meningococcal disease and is well tolerated when administered to infants, according to a study in the January 9/16 issue of JAMA. Read release

Kidney Transplant Turns a Life Around - TheVancouverObserver.com

We've also found an interesting and very personal story about kidney donation, available at the online newspaper The Vancouver Observer. "The Vancouver Observer offers distinctive local coverage, delivering powerful language and entertaining stories you won't find anywhere else." Read article

We’ve added more than 15 new videos more than 10 new articles to the KIAH Health Library in the few weeks. And we’re updating the content regularly. Here are 5 new videos you might find interesting.

Making Sense of the Nutrition LabelKnowing how to read a nutrition label can help you make the right choices when it comes to food.

To watch videos or browse related articles, visit the Nutrition and Healthy Eating Section in the KIAH Health Library

The Truth about Childhood Immunizations & RiskFind out why parents should be more afraid of disease than immunizations.

To watch videos or browse the articles, visit the Children's Diseases Section of the KIAH Health Library

Slowing Down the Clock with the Right FoodsThe right diet may help you put the brakes on the aging process. Find out which foods will keep you looking your best!

To watch videos or browse related articles, visit our Healthy Aging and Nutrition Section in the KIAH Health Library

Download your free Personal Medical Logs and keep track of important contacts, medications, treatments, and schedules.

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A Brief Overview of the Condition or Disease

What to Ask Your Doctor

10 Tips for Finding Credible Information on the Internet

Hyperlinks to the Best Health and Medical Websites Currently on the Internet

Patient Support and Advocacy Sites

A Glossary of Commonly Used Terms Related to the Disease or Condition Find the eBook you’re looking for here.

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