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For several years, people have chewed gum without giving the act much thought. Gum chewing is a popular practice that has been around for hundreds of years, but it often receives a bad reputation. Some consider it to be loud, annoying, and impolite. And when not disposed of properly, gum can leave a sticky, awful mess. Although there are some negatives associated with chewing gum, this seemingly horrible habit may not be that bad. Research shows that the act of chewing gum has some surprising…

Liz Canner is a filmmaker concerned with revealing the role of pharmaceutical companies in constructing a false disorder against which women can measure the status of their sexual lives. For nine years, Canner follows the company Vivas and their attempt to get a drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that combats the newly-labeled Female Sexual Dysfunction. She reveals pharmaceutical interests and the way they are intertwined in the public’s perception of healthy and “normal”.…

section that thoroughly gave out information for an upcoming event at a park. They even added different foods parents could pack for their child to make thinking easier. One thing I liked about their newsletter that mine did not have, was a contact number to reach them if there were further questions about anything. I still feel like my newsletter was better because it was more eye-catching. It made the theme in the classroom look more fun. I think the newsletter could have improved on letting…

The number of stray animals is increasing daily. We live in a world where cats and dogs and other domestic animals are being abandoned by their owners or running away. This issue may not be seen like a big tragedy to all, but I personally am very involved with animals. I work at an animal hospital, Hemlock Bluffs, here in Holly Springs. We often receive animals found on the streets, many of them very hurt and in critical condition. We’ve also received animals from owners that couldn’t keep up…

the day when I first stepped in the Islands of Hawaii. While looking around the airport, there was one thing in my mind. “Is Hawaii really a paradise?” Throughout my stay here, I discovered the answer to this question. While going towards our gate number, I saw hula dancers dancing passionately, and giving happiness to passengers who see them. When we arrived in Maui, my uncle and grandfather gave me leis. Everyone gave me a warm welcome. Whenever my father introduced me to a person he knew,…

professional. In the beginning, I went about trying to fix the many administrative deficiencies in all the wrong ways because I was inexperienced. After getting knocked down a few times, I started to realize there were many thing I did not know needed to learn. I sought advice from many senior Human Resources Sergeants I respected and in turn I learned how to be a professional. Although change in the 328th MP CO did not happen overnight, I was able to have my voice heard and gained well…

Growing up, in a small rural Nebraska town, I never imagined the impact that the field of Public Health would have on my life. I took complete comfort in the ignorance is bliss mentality. I would partake in standard farm labors, sports, adventures and other activities. Through the participation of said activities, I’m certain that I was exposed to unimaginable amounts of microorganisms. Yet, I remained a fairly healthy child and I’m sure I developed a robust immune system. Seeking a change…

During the early 1930’s, economic instability created public fear of financial collapse. After a number of unstable banks went out of business, fearful customers of other banks rushed to withdraw their savings. Since most banks do not hold large amounts of cash in reserve and instead invest the money through loans such as home mortgages or bonds, they did not have enough cash on hand to meet the withdrawal demand. Consequently, many otherwise solvent banks went bankrupt in a matter of days, even…

their ‘mental armor’ out of a fear of being believed useless. It was only when the suicide rate for active duty soldiers began to outpace the number of combat deaths in Iraq and Afghanistan that the US military began to realize how much of a problem combat stress and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have become. While the US military is making efforts to treat and prevent combat stress and PTSD, they have allies in the effort to aid active duty soldiers and veterans. Operation Supply Drop…

Every work place has a code of ethics, especially in the medical field. Code of ethics is a standard set of rules or laws that are to be applied to every employer and its employees. They are principles that govern or portray the behavior and conduct of everyone. Behind the laws stand morals, personal goals and team goals, work values, personal responsibilities, and ethical work obligations. Ethics are guidelines that help you make the decision from what is wrong to right. By having a code of…