Is Teacher Burnout Contagious?
Burnout among young teachers appears to be contagious, indicates a new study led by Michigan State University education scholars. The study found a significant link between burnout among early-career teachers and exposure to both a school-wide culture of burnout and burnout among the young teachers’ closest circle of colleagues. Surprisingly, the link was stronger to […]
Two Large Studies Link Higher Coffee Consumption to Reduced Risk for Death
1. Two large studies link higher coffee consumption to reduced risk for death* For the first time, researchers also studied coffee’s effect on white and non-white populations. *Video available for download: HD video soundbites of experts discussing their findings available at http://www.dssimon.com/MM/ACP-coffee. Abstract: http://annals.org/aim/article/doi/10.7326/M16-2945 Abstract: http://annals.org/aim/article/doi/10.7326/M16-2472 Editorial: http://annals.org/aim/article/doi/10.7326/M17-1503 Free summary for patients: http://annals.org/aim/article/doi/10.7326/P17-9041 Study URLs go live when the embargo […]
State Fire Marshal: As Summer Temps Rise, Chances for Fire Increase
With summer in full swing, the State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) offers important fire safety tips to help Tennesseans protect themselves, their loved ones, and their property during the hottest months of the year. “While the summertime ushers in lots of opportunities for fun, the season also brings increased safety risks due to the elevated […]
Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri Responds To Budget Chair Comments Regarding Recent VETO
In a release by the Jefferson County, Tennessee Mayor’s Office, July 11, 2017, Mayor Alan Palmieri states: “Concerning Commissioner Scarlett’s statements regarding my Budget Veto. I believe Mr. Scarlett has the best of intentions although I differ from his approach and positions on a great many of his standings. Without going over each point again […]
She Said, He Said: Satirical News
The following is the ninth entry in “She Said, He Said,” a new series of articles seeking to compare and contrast the various views, political, social or otherwise, of Millennials in today’s world. Elizabeth Lane is a 2016 Carson-Newman University graduate with a BA in Creative Writing, and has worked at the Jefferson County Post […]
Scarlett Answers Mayor Veto
Jefferson County Commission Budget Committee Chairman John Neal Scarlett recently addressed the points made by Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri in his veto of the fiscal year 2017/18 budget, which was approved June 29,2017 by the full body of the Jefferson County Commission. In his veto, Mayor Palmieri raised questions regarding funding decisions that were a […]
Tips for Christmas in July Shopping
Christmas in July is all about taking advantage of an early jump start for the holidays. There’s a lot to consider when preparing for the holidays, and sometimes the stress and expectation of it all can get a bit overwhelming, especially when it comes to one of the staples of the holiday season, gifts. Now, […]
Nearly 70,000 Public School Students Eligible for Second Statewide ACT Retake Day
Education Commissioner Candice McQueen announced today that the state is expanding its ACT Senior Retake Day to all Tennessee public high school students in the class of 2018, totaling nearly 70,000 students. In addition, the department is making it easier for public school seniors to retake the ACT this fall by offering this second opportunity […]
Popular Heartburn Drugs Linked to Higher Death Risk
Popular heartburn drugs called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) have been linked to a variety of health problems, including serious kidney damage, bone fractures and dementia. Now, a new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis shows that longtime use of the drugs also is associated with an increased risk of death. Millions […]
Infant Sun Protection: How Parents Can Keep Their Baby Safe
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and it only takes one blistering sunburn during childhood or adolescence to nearly double a person’s chance of developing melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, later in life. This is why it’s imperative, say dermatologists from the American Academy of Dermatology, that parents […]
Jefferson County Mayor Alan Palmieri Vetoes Budget
Jefferson County Mayor Alan Palmieri Vetoes the budget recently passed by the Jefferson County, Tennessee Board Of Commissioners, stating the following reasons: As provided in TCA 5-6-107 Powers and duties – Action on legislation: I am vetoing Resolution 2017-38 for the following reasons. Resolution 2017-38 is in direct conflict with Resolution 2007-46 and the adopted […]
Car Seat Laws for Older Kids May Have Limited Impact
Laws that require increasingly older kids to sit in car safety seats appear to have limited impact, new research has found. The same parents who already were buckling up kids appear most likely to switch to safety seats, leaving the same number of kids unrestrained, found a study published in the Journal of Policy Analysis and […]
Happy Fourth of July!
Americans love to show their pride in their national identity of being the land of the free and home of the brave. We like the idea that we have the pursuit of happiness as one of the basic foundations of who we are. This is why every summer millions around the country flock together to […]
Fun Ways to Celebrate Independence Day 2017
It’s a long holiday weekend, and people around the area are looking to celebrate Independence Day in a way that is fun and memorable. Whether you are trying to entertain the kids, keep family and friends from out of town occupied, or want to try something new in your own celebrations, there are plenty of […]
Keeping Your Pets Safe this 4th of July Season
Although they might be fun to look at and are one of the staples of the holiday, fireworks are no laughing matter when it comes to pets. Many pet owners know the stress of the holiday and are frustrated finding solutions to keep their pets safe. Here are a list of tips to keep your […]
Older or Pregnant? Be Safe with Ready-to-Eat Meats this Summer
Summer is a great time for cookouts and picnics. However, it’s important to know that ready-to-eat hot dogs, lunch meats, and cold cuts may not be safe for certain groups of people. These and certain other foods can be contaminated with the bacteria Listeria, which causes listeriosis, a serious disease that primarily affects older adults, adults with weakened immune systems, pregnant women and newborns. In the United States, […]
