1. DENTAL:
People everyday wonder what the benefits of going to the dentist are - Truthfully, oral health affects not only your teeth and gums, but your overall well-being!
2. CYSTIC FIBROSIS:
This devastating disease that conquers the lungs of so many young children in America, is too often unheard of – Awareness needs to be raised to give hope to these young lives.
3. WOMEN IN THE MILITARY:
Although women endure the same blood and turmoil as men, when it comes to war, Americans still feel that there should be restrictions against them!
January 28, 2007
ARGUMENTS
1. DENTAL:
How does oral health affect our overall well-being?
2. CYSTIC FIBROSIS:
Is there enough awareness and research “out there” on the Cystic Fibrosis disease?
3. WOMEN IN THE MILITARY:
Should women in the military be restricted to their jobs and qualifications due to their gender?
How does oral health affect our overall well-being?
2. CYSTIC FIBROSIS:
Is there enough awareness and research “out there” on the Cystic Fibrosis disease?
3. WOMEN IN THE MILITARY:
Should women in the military be restricted to their jobs and qualifications due to their gender?
LexisNexis SUMMARIES: MILITARY WOMEN & THEIR WAY OF LIFE
Inland Valley Daily Bulletin. Military defends way of life. November 9, 2006
This was a very touching article for me, because it was written by a military family member. These articles always seem to “move” me. Like many active military members and their family, this person felt that the men and women of the armed forces are not given enough credit for their everyday sacrifice. They say, “The service men and women have put their lives in danger. They have done that for you. That is an amazing thing when you think about where and how we live today. Most people are ignorant of the military. Ignorance breeds fear and distrust.” There are also statistics given in this article stating that at one point in the US, one in every seven Americans had served in the military, today, it is more like one in three hundred. I can not believe that!!!
US Fed News. U.S. MILITARY WOMEN: TOO CLOSE TO COMBAT ZONE? May 25, 2005.
In this article, I learned that today our military forces are made up of nearly 15% women. Yay for us! :o) Over the years we are crossed many barriers and are now able to hold MOST positions that are offered, except in units that engage in ground combat. There is currently a bill in the US Congress that is seeking to restrict the role of female troops in combat zones. If this bill is passed, it will affect more that 20 thousand women in the service. Sometimes I wonder how the men serving truly feel about this. Maybe I should call up some of my military boys and ask them. I never really thought about it until I started researching this. To date in Iraq, more than 11 thousand US military women are serving and more than thirty have died, mostly near combat zones. This bill that is in office right now was started because of people like Professor Hanson, who stated, “Women in the military are shown to be either too vulnerable and too weak or somehow too strange and aberrant. Too much focus on sex scandals, rape and other problems gives the impression that women hinder rather than contribute to the success of the armed forces.” This statement really made me angry. If it weren’t for the women in the military, many of the hospitals and medical facilities wouldn’t be “manned”!!! Then what?
The Record. Women becoming a lethal force in military. Tom Davis. February 21, 2005.
I learned many great statistics in this article. Of the nearly 200,000 US troops deployed in Iraw and Afghanistan, about 13,000 are women. While most of the women there are performing supporting roles such as nurses, clerks, administrators, and other related jobs, there are just as many that are armed and prepared to preserve security! (good for them!) After more than 2 years of conflict in Iraq, nearly three times as many women have died in Iraq as in the entire Vietnam War. YIKES!!! Tom Davis stated, “Their role (women) on the battlefield remains restricted, even though they endure the same blood and turmoil as men. Women still can’t serve in combat positions, such as the Special Forces or Infantry, or ride in tanks though, according to the Pentagon.” Women were not allowed to join the military until the World War I era, and they weren’t permitted in service academies until 1976!
This was a very touching article for me, because it was written by a military family member. These articles always seem to “move” me. Like many active military members and their family, this person felt that the men and women of the armed forces are not given enough credit for their everyday sacrifice. They say, “The service men and women have put their lives in danger. They have done that for you. That is an amazing thing when you think about where and how we live today. Most people are ignorant of the military. Ignorance breeds fear and distrust.” There are also statistics given in this article stating that at one point in the US, one in every seven Americans had served in the military, today, it is more like one in three hundred. I can not believe that!!!
US Fed News. U.S. MILITARY WOMEN: TOO CLOSE TO COMBAT ZONE? May 25, 2005.
In this article, I learned that today our military forces are made up of nearly 15% women. Yay for us! :o) Over the years we are crossed many barriers and are now able to hold MOST positions that are offered, except in units that engage in ground combat. There is currently a bill in the US Congress that is seeking to restrict the role of female troops in combat zones. If this bill is passed, it will affect more that 20 thousand women in the service. Sometimes I wonder how the men serving truly feel about this. Maybe I should call up some of my military boys and ask them. I never really thought about it until I started researching this. To date in Iraq, more than 11 thousand US military women are serving and more than thirty have died, mostly near combat zones. This bill that is in office right now was started because of people like Professor Hanson, who stated, “Women in the military are shown to be either too vulnerable and too weak or somehow too strange and aberrant. Too much focus on sex scandals, rape and other problems gives the impression that women hinder rather than contribute to the success of the armed forces.” This statement really made me angry. If it weren’t for the women in the military, many of the hospitals and medical facilities wouldn’t be “manned”!!! Then what?
The Record. Women becoming a lethal force in military. Tom Davis. February 21, 2005.
I learned many great statistics in this article. Of the nearly 200,000 US troops deployed in Iraw and Afghanistan, about 13,000 are women. While most of the women there are performing supporting roles such as nurses, clerks, administrators, and other related jobs, there are just as many that are armed and prepared to preserve security! (good for them!) After more than 2 years of conflict in Iraq, nearly three times as many women have died in Iraq as in the entire Vietnam War. YIKES!!! Tom Davis stated, “Their role (women) on the battlefield remains restricted, even though they endure the same blood and turmoil as men. Women still can’t serve in combat positions, such as the Special Forces or Infantry, or ride in tanks though, according to the Pentagon.” Women were not allowed to join the military until the World War I era, and they weren’t permitted in service academies until 1976!
LexisNexis SUMMARIES: CYSTIC FIBROSIS
The Gardian. Fight Against Cystic Fibrosis Rages on Across the Nation. May 16, 2006.
When the CF Foundations was founded in 1960, it was nicknamed “65 Roses”, because many of the children diagnosed with this disease would never live long enough to even be able to correctly pronounce the name. Cystic Fibrosis is a fatal inherited disease affecting young children. The disease causes a build-up of thick mucus in the lungs causing extreme respiratory problems. Lung disease is the leading cause of people with CF because years of chronic lung infections are so damaging to the lung disease. Tremendous accomplishments have been made in the battle against CF in the recent years and many are even living to the age of 37.
Science Letter via NewsRx.com and NewsRx.net, Science Letter. CYSTIC FIBROSIS; special supplement on cystic fibrosis published by Journal of Pediatrics. October 25, 2005.
This article stated that approximately 30,000 people have cystic fibrosis, and roughly one child of every 3,500 is born with it. Children with CF have a higher risk of being preterm with a relative risk of 2.62 associated with a lower birth weight and increased risk of being small for the rest of their life. This article was filled with many birthing and weight statistics. There is also a new screening that can be done on newborns for CF. The strategy combines (PAP) and (IRT) assays on newborn blood screening cards.
Global News Wire. ACN Newswire. FIRST CYSTIC FIBROSIS CORD BLOOD COLLECTION BY CYGENICS. April 27, 2006.
This was a fascinating article about precious stem cells from the cord blood of a new born baby. This clinical history was made at The Mercy Hospital in Werribee, Australia. A baby boy, Aiden Brundell, donated his cord blood to his sister Mikaela, who’s lungs were failing from Cystic Fibrosis, in hopes of one day saving her life. This was the first collection of cord blood ever taken from a sibling. Australians believe that this may be a major step towards treating the deadly effects of their most common severe genetic condition among children, for which there is no cure! :o( Professor Bob Williamson, spokesperson for CF stated, “Cord blood stem cells represent a real glimmer of hope for cystic fibrosis sufferers, with their potential to physically rebuild lungs previously considered damaged beyond repair.”
When the CF Foundations was founded in 1960, it was nicknamed “65 Roses”, because many of the children diagnosed with this disease would never live long enough to even be able to correctly pronounce the name. Cystic Fibrosis is a fatal inherited disease affecting young children. The disease causes a build-up of thick mucus in the lungs causing extreme respiratory problems. Lung disease is the leading cause of people with CF because years of chronic lung infections are so damaging to the lung disease. Tremendous accomplishments have been made in the battle against CF in the recent years and many are even living to the age of 37.
Science Letter via NewsRx.com and NewsRx.net, Science Letter. CYSTIC FIBROSIS; special supplement on cystic fibrosis published by Journal of Pediatrics. October 25, 2005.
This article stated that approximately 30,000 people have cystic fibrosis, and roughly one child of every 3,500 is born with it. Children with CF have a higher risk of being preterm with a relative risk of 2.62 associated with a lower birth weight and increased risk of being small for the rest of their life. This article was filled with many birthing and weight statistics. There is also a new screening that can be done on newborns for CF. The strategy combines (PAP) and (IRT) assays on newborn blood screening cards.
Global News Wire. ACN Newswire. FIRST CYSTIC FIBROSIS CORD BLOOD COLLECTION BY CYGENICS. April 27, 2006.
This was a fascinating article about precious stem cells from the cord blood of a new born baby. This clinical history was made at The Mercy Hospital in Werribee, Australia. A baby boy, Aiden Brundell, donated his cord blood to his sister Mikaela, who’s lungs were failing from Cystic Fibrosis, in hopes of one day saving her life. This was the first collection of cord blood ever taken from a sibling. Australians believe that this may be a major step towards treating the deadly effects of their most common severe genetic condition among children, for which there is no cure! :o( Professor Bob Williamson, spokesperson for CF stated, “Cord blood stem cells represent a real glimmer of hope for cystic fibrosis sufferers, with their potential to physically rebuild lungs previously considered damaged beyond repair.”
LexisNexis: DENTAL SUMMARIES
High-Risk Medical Patients to Benefit From New Delta Dental Coverage. Business View. October 26, 2006
This article talked mainly about a new insurance policy with Delta Dental, however, there were many good statistics and information about overall oral heath. Such as; evidence has shown that early treatment and prevention of oral disease can improve quality of life and prevent premature death. Patients with serious health conditions such as kidney failure, HIV, organ transplant, and stem cell transplant can benefit from having their teeth cleaned professionally to reduce the build-up of bacteria in their mouth: This can help decrease the risk of bacteria getting into their bloodstream. Some research as also shown that an increased frequency of cleanings can help pregnant women give birth to full-term, healthy babies. Cleanings can decrease the risk of gum disease, a condition that causes pre-mature births.
Beyond a Bright Smile. Business Wire. October 20, 2006.
This was an amazing article. There were so many good points made. It reminded me of my days back in the military, doing dental hygiene, counseling my patients! :o) Oh how I miss those days.
Oral health plays a huge role in more than just your gums and teeth, but your overall wellness. Routine dental checkups can help prevent serious health issues such as early detection of oral and throat cancer. One interesting fact that I learned is that 2.5 miliion dorkdays are lost each year due to oral health problems! How crazy is that? Many of these days could have been prevented by routine dental exams.
The Whole Tooth. Sunday Herald Sun. Helen Signy May 28, 2005.
“A bright, white smile looks great, but can also keep your body in tip-top shape.” Helen Signy. Again, this article reitterated that fact that maintaining good oral heath is essential for your general wellbeing. Neglecting your mouth can result in many other illnesses that are otherwilse unexplainable. Dr. Ron Ehrlich said, “A third of your body’s neurology is focused around the mouth. Your mouth is the start of your digestive tract, there are lots of blood vessels and bacteria, and it’s where we get our air supply. If you havfe fillings, their wear may cause you to inhale or swallow the by-products and any infection in the mouth can predispose you to other things.” I think that statement alone said SO MUCH! Many people would never have any idea that there are so many heath issues that can be related to your mouth!
This article talked mainly about a new insurance policy with Delta Dental, however, there were many good statistics and information about overall oral heath. Such as; evidence has shown that early treatment and prevention of oral disease can improve quality of life and prevent premature death. Patients with serious health conditions such as kidney failure, HIV, organ transplant, and stem cell transplant can benefit from having their teeth cleaned professionally to reduce the build-up of bacteria in their mouth: This can help decrease the risk of bacteria getting into their bloodstream. Some research as also shown that an increased frequency of cleanings can help pregnant women give birth to full-term, healthy babies. Cleanings can decrease the risk of gum disease, a condition that causes pre-mature births.
Beyond a Bright Smile. Business Wire. October 20, 2006.
This was an amazing article. There were so many good points made. It reminded me of my days back in the military, doing dental hygiene, counseling my patients! :o) Oh how I miss those days.
Oral health plays a huge role in more than just your gums and teeth, but your overall wellness. Routine dental checkups can help prevent serious health issues such as early detection of oral and throat cancer. One interesting fact that I learned is that 2.5 miliion dorkdays are lost each year due to oral health problems! How crazy is that? Many of these days could have been prevented by routine dental exams.
The Whole Tooth. Sunday Herald Sun. Helen Signy May 28, 2005.
“A bright, white smile looks great, but can also keep your body in tip-top shape.” Helen Signy. Again, this article reitterated that fact that maintaining good oral heath is essential for your general wellbeing. Neglecting your mouth can result in many other illnesses that are otherwilse unexplainable. Dr. Ron Ehrlich said, “A third of your body’s neurology is focused around the mouth. Your mouth is the start of your digestive tract, there are lots of blood vessels and bacteria, and it’s where we get our air supply. If you havfe fillings, their wear may cause you to inhale or swallow the by-products and any infection in the mouth can predispose you to other things.” I think that statement alone said SO MUCH! Many people would never have any idea that there are so many heath issues that can be related to your mouth!
Fulkerson's Article
WOW! What a great and informational article! It seems that with each new article I read for this class I say to myself, “gosh, if only I had known all of these things a couple of years ago!” :) I can only imagine the improved quality of those research papers!
Although I did find this article very helpful, it also left me in a state of confusion. I thought that I had my topics narrowed down for the most part, but I’m not so sure anymore! I think that I may not have thought in depth enough about what really interested me! Fulkerson said that when picking a topic, make sure it matters to you because; you have to live with it for the rest of the semester, you’re going to learn a great deal about the topic, and if you care about the topic, it will probably come through in the writing! These things are all so true! He also made a statement about doing research on some disease that has affected a friend or family member, and this interested me a lot. One of my best friends has suffered from Cystic Fibrosis all of her life. The disease has always intrigued me: I even became an active member in donating to the Cystic Fibrosis Research Fund. After reading Fulkerson’s article, I thought that this topic might me a good choice for me - or at least a good choice for my final three!
I also learned more about how research papers are arguments! This is something else that I never realized until the book reading from last week. I guess I always thought that the purpose of a research paper was just to provide as much information on the topic as possible – this is so, not true though! I also learned that there are a number of different ways to approach a research paper, and I thought it was great that Fulkerson gave so many examples in his article, I found this very helpful.
Lastly, the entry on “Five Ways That a Research Paper Can Go Wrong,” was very helpful! Fulkerson said, “The goal is to find the best answer currently available to the question you are dealing with.” This statement helped point me in the right direction in starting the actual research and thesis for my narrowed topics! Overall, what a great informational article this was! :)
Although I did find this article very helpful, it also left me in a state of confusion. I thought that I had my topics narrowed down for the most part, but I’m not so sure anymore! I think that I may not have thought in depth enough about what really interested me! Fulkerson said that when picking a topic, make sure it matters to you because; you have to live with it for the rest of the semester, you’re going to learn a great deal about the topic, and if you care about the topic, it will probably come through in the writing! These things are all so true! He also made a statement about doing research on some disease that has affected a friend or family member, and this interested me a lot. One of my best friends has suffered from Cystic Fibrosis all of her life. The disease has always intrigued me: I even became an active member in donating to the Cystic Fibrosis Research Fund. After reading Fulkerson’s article, I thought that this topic might me a good choice for me - or at least a good choice for my final three!
I also learned more about how research papers are arguments! This is something else that I never realized until the book reading from last week. I guess I always thought that the purpose of a research paper was just to provide as much information on the topic as possible – this is so, not true though! I also learned that there are a number of different ways to approach a research paper, and I thought it was great that Fulkerson gave so many examples in his article, I found this very helpful.
Lastly, the entry on “Five Ways That a Research Paper Can Go Wrong,” was very helpful! Fulkerson said, “The goal is to find the best answer currently available to the question you are dealing with.” This statement helped point me in the right direction in starting the actual research and thesis for my narrowed topics! Overall, what a great informational article this was! :)
January 21, 2007
7 Possible Topics
1- Life in the military (the differences in ways of life from being a civilian – being a female in the military)
2- How the military changed my life
3- The UN as a peace keeping force
4- Traveling (not exactly sure where to go with this topic?)
5- Comparing ways of life in the different countries I have traveled to
6- the benefits of coaching and mentoring “low income” children
7- Advancements in technology in the dental career field
2- How the military changed my life
3- The UN as a peace keeping force
4- Traveling (not exactly sure where to go with this topic?)
5- Comparing ways of life in the different countries I have traveled to
6- the benefits of coaching and mentoring “low income” children
7- Advancements in technology in the dental career field
Critical Reading
Critical reading is important for many different reasons. I tend to always read through things several times, but I thought it was because my mind wandered too much while I was reading! J That may be part of the problem, but for critical reading, it is suggested that you read through several times anyways. The first time through should be to get a grasp of the article, the second time through should be a “slower read”, and is to evaluate words that may not be common and to get a better grasp or the reading. Another aspect of critical reading is analyzing and jotting down notes while you are reading - this can help you remember important points!
Global Warming
To tell you the truth, I have always thought that the whole “global warming” issue was a hoax! It sounds like a bunch of babble that someone decided to throw together one day for, what I see, as no reason what-so-ever. It is very possible that I feel this way because it doesn’t interest me in the least bit. However, I find it hard to believe any of the arguments. The website most certainly has good points to make, and the topic has clearly been researched in depth. Unfortunately, like I said before, The topic is just not interesting to me!
War in Iraq - Comparable Issue
I would agree that to an extent, the war may be a comparable issue to that of Carson’s article. It is something that has truly affected every aspect of the American life. After researching a little and also reading Elyse’s posting, she made some very good points that I would reiterate about the war. Unfortunately, when it comes to the war in Iraq, there are so many things that the American people do not know or do not feel that they need to take the time to truly “see” the situation. I am a supporter of the war in Iraq, probably because I am a veteran, and have 2 brothers that are also proudly serving. I may not agree with every reason that we are there, or exactly how things are being done, but in order to support our country I feel we also need to support what is going on. Our troops are over there fighting for our rights to be able to sit here today and bash on them as well as our leader – unfair!
The Stuart Greene article
I must admit, I never truly realized the “depth” that must go into a research paper. I have written my share of them, but now realize how much better they may have been given this information. Sure, I realized that all sides and aspects of the topic must me explored, but to the extent – I don’t think I realized the impact it may have! I thought the passage from Kenneth Burke about walking into a heated discussion was a great example of how research works. It is very important to research and cover all aspects of your chosen topic. Doing this will eliminate the likelihood of any argument arising about your topic that may have before caught you off guard.
Greene also opens with the statement, “Argument is very much a part of what we do every day.” I can’t tell you how much I agree with this statement! When I really thought about it I realized that the only way we truly get our points across about anything – is through argument!
Greene also opens with the statement, “Argument is very much a part of what we do every day.” I can’t tell you how much I agree with this statement! When I really thought about it I realized that the only way we truly get our points across about anything – is through argument!
Rachel Carson - Silent Springs
Rachel Carson’s book, “Silent Springs”, affected Americans for a number of different reasons. She seemed to be able to take such an important issue and word it in a way that made is sound so simple, yet the importance of the message was never lost. I think that in many situations, this can be a tough thing to conquer. Until 1962 when people’s lifestyles were placed before them, many did not realize how harmful their lifestyle had been to their everyday surroundings. I also believe that here article had an impact due to the story she used in the beginning. Often times, stories can be used to grab the attention of the audience and possibly give them a reason to relate to the article or story.
January 14, 2007
Danielle Spratt - a little bit about ME!
My name is Danielle Spratt; I am 23 years old and from the small town of Bryan, Ohio - about 45 miles north east of Ft. Wayne. I grew up in a family of 5 as the middle child, the only girl, and best of all ... Daddy’s girl! I have an older brother, Chris- 25 years old, and a younger brother, Kevin- 22 years old. Both of my brothers are active members in the military. My brother Chris is in the United States Air Force and stationed at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. My brother Kevin, is in the United States Coast Guard and stationed in the Virgin Islands. My parents are 2 of the most important people in my life; they also just recently celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary. 
I graduated from Bryan High School in 2001, and from there I joined the United States Air Force out of rebellion! I was trained as a dental assistant, and received my fist assignment in March of 2002, to Aviano Air Base, Italy. I lived in a small town in northern Italy, about an hour south of Venice for a little over two years. I met one of my best friends over there and we had a wonderful time traveling to different countries. During the 2 short years that I lived there I fell in love with every aspect of Italy, and traveling as a whole! I have been to Germany, Austria, Croatia, Switzerland, Slovenia, Sicily, San Marino, England, France, Spain, Africa- Tunis and Egypt, and all up and down the coast of Italy. I absolutely love traveling, and one day hope to travel as much of the world as possible!
In May of 2004 I was reassigned to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in North Carolina, and remained there until September 2005. During my year there I focused a lot of my time on school and taking all of my prerequisite classes. In the summer of 2005 I decided that I was ready to move on with my life by completing my undergraduate studies, so I applied for an early separation program. My paperwork was approved by early August and I officially separated from the military on 15 September 2005. My parents were a big factor in helping me make the right decision with my life, so until about a month ago I was living with them. However, after one whole year, the hour commute to and from school each
day started to take its toll on me - so last month my friend Tiff and I moved in together and are enjoying our new apartment in Ft. Wayne! :)
My parents have recently sold our childhood home in Bryan, Ohio and moved to our lake cottage at Hamilton Lake in Indiana. It was a very emotional transition, but I look forward to watching the new construction!
As far as college, I am a junior at IPFW and a Biology/Pre-Dental major. I fell in love with the dental career field while I was in the military, and decided that’s what I want to do for the rest of my life!
I am a huge fan of the outdoors! I love running, gymnastics, all water sports, and just about any other sport that is played outside, except golf, I suck at golf!
Some of my other hobbies include scrapbooking an
djewelry making. I also have a 1 year old chocolate lab puppy that takes up a lot of my time! :) Her name is Bella, (which means beautiful in Italian), and she is my spoiled little baby …. I am absolutely obsessed with her! When I’m not at school, Bella and I are usually out playing fetch, running, or watching Disney & Pixar movies in bed!!! :)
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