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April 29, 2026

Use club length to control distance, height

You might hear a golf commentator talk about a pro choking down

Staph infections and Methicillin Resistance in Companion Animals

Staphylococcus (staph) bacteria are all around us in an intimate way since it normally lives on the skin and mucous membranes of both people and animals alike. It usually is not of a concern to the individual if the skin is functioning normally and there is not a risk for infection (e.g., systemic illness and immune compromise). When infection is present, usually of the skin, most staph bacteria are susceptible to commonly prescribed antibiotics. Although many individuals walk around every day with staph bacteria, not all staph are alike. Indeed, Staphylococcus aureus prefers people (as well as pigs and some horses) over dogs and cats, Staphylococcus pseudintermedius likes the skin of companion animals over man.

Cars can be death traps for dogs left inside

Let's start this edition with a story. I was getting groceries

Ten degrees of separation for Gilroy weather line

Here's a shout out to all of you who are lacking air conditioning at home or at the office. We're sweating it out with you here at the Red Phone. And while we're talking about the heat ...

Realizing Reality

In the second of a two-part series on youth and health, see why

Cold prevention 101

The flu season is fast approaching—the other day while at a stoplight I was sandwiched in between two people who were coughing incessantly—but fortunately science has given us ways to get through the winter months with fewer sick days. In terms of preventing the flu, getting a flu shot—surprise—is a must-do.

Saving memories

Once no more than a blank book in which to attach adhesive photo

The Story of 3 Sues

We found three people in the South Valley with one thing in

Life lessons for soon-to-be graduates

So here we are—in the middle of graduation season in the South Valley. From preschoolers who look so cute in their hats and Hawaiian leis to Gavilan College graduates, someone, somewhere is starting a new chapter in their life.

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