Karen McCaghren
I taught secondary English for twenty-six years, retiring in 2002. I then taught English 101 and 102 at two different community colleges for several semesters.
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An Experiment in Low-Sodium LivingEliminating excess sodium from the diet may be healthier, but it takes great thought and planning. During the process, I have discovered that kicking the salt habit just might be worth it.
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The Irony of Swine Flu and School Attendance PoliciesThe advent of swine flu should cause education leaders to reconsider their attendance policies.
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How Can I Help My Child Become a Great Reader?Parents can proactively assist their children in developing a love of reading by starting early and using simple techniques that don't require a certified instructor.
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LiveActive: Our Family Miracle for IBS and ConstipationKraft's LiveActive cheese product gave my family relief from the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Sydrome.
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FDA Approves Electronic Medication Management AssistantThe FDA has approved a device which can tell a patient when it is time for medication and allows the doctor to track the medication from a remote location. -
Drought Brings Snake Alert in Tennessee ValleySnakes are actively searching for water and food as the drought continues in the Tennessee Valley. -
Who Will Predict the End of the World?Documents recently revealed that Isaac Newton calculated events that would lead to the end of the world, but only to discredit those who say that the world will end at a particular time. -
New Danger at the Gas PumpPeople should be aware that it is simple to get a finger stuck in the collapsible flange of their vehicle's gas tank. -
Sand Submersions Result in More Deaths Than Shark AttacksA review by Dr. Bradley Maron reveals that more deaths have occurred as a result of sand submersions than have resulted from shark attacks during the past ten years. -
Alabama Tombstone Makes a Long JourneyA 100-pound granite tombstone was discovered by the side of a road in Jefferson County, Ala. The inscription on the stone indicated that it had marked the grave of Ed Taylor who was born on January 18, 1886. The stone was clearly out of place on the roadside. -
Ambulances Tainted with Deadly MRSA BacteriaA recent study indicates that a patient's ride to the hospital can result in contraction of an antibiotic resistant bacteria. -
Anesthesiologist Allegedly Infects Patients with Virus Hepatitis C VirusA New York anesthesiologist allegedly gave his patients more than a good sleep during surgery.
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Are the Nuclear Power Plants in Your Area Vulnerable?Because the spent-fuel pools were designed in the 1970's, before the advent of terrorist attacks, many nuclear power plants are particularly vulnerable. -
Athletes Vs. Academics: Should College Athletes Be Fined for Skipping Class?The University of Georgia has embraced a new policy which would fine NCAA players for skipping class in an attempt to encourage their athletes to improve their academic performance. -
Energy Efficient Summer BakingFollowing just a few simple rules will keep you eating well, feeling comfortable, and saving energy during the hot summer season. -
Veteran with PTSD More Concerned About MedFlight Than InjuriesPTSD syndrome is certainly still affecting the life of a Capshaw, Ala., man who was trapped under his horse for 30 minutes this week. -
Intelligent Robbery: Today's Inventive Robbers Not Dumb CrooksThe planning and intelligent thinking used in two unusual robberies recently show that today's robbers are not the stereotypical dumb crooks of the past. -
New Treatment for Victims of COPDA study concerning the use of an airway bypass may provide a new breakthrough in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). -
Coronary Heart Disease Less Prevalent in Short PeopleThough there are many disadvantages to being short in stature, a recent study indicates that tall people have a much greater incidence of coronary heart disease. -
Simple Country Games for ChildrenThe simple games created by the children of the rural Appalachian Mountains can provide entertainment for children everywhere quickly and cheaply. -
Soldiers' Comrades Ask "Who Cares?"In the wake of the shootings on the campus of Virginia Tech University, U.S. soldiers on the battlefield are having mixed feelings about the way the nation is responding to our casualties in Iraq.
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Spider Man Arrested in AlabamaA man arrested for impersonating a police officer had a tarantula spider as a companion.
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Early Admission Programs in College: A Student's ChoiceStudents who feel ready to leave high school and enter college early can save a year of time to invest in other areas.
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Will Ma Ever Be President?Women have had the right to vote since 1920, but have they really used that responsibility successfully? A wise woman of nine decades expresses her views on the failure of women to gain the Office of the President.
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Homemade "Dump" Recipes for the Culinary ChallengedRecipes that taste homemade can be made with few measurements, very little time, and no cooking skills.
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Sleep Apnea is a Family Problem: Loud Snores Can Mean Big TroubleMy husband's sleep apnea was destroying our family. The booming snores were irritating, but the physical and emotional effects of the disease were unbearable.
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A Simple Solution for Separation AnxietyParents who are dealing with children with separation anxiety should consider using a "waving chair."
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America's True Crisis in EducationAmerica's decline in education is the result of student's inability to reason, and more money will not solve the problem.