Bladder infections need more than cranberry juice
Acute cystitis is the medical term for a bladder infection, and is the most common cause of what is generally known as a urinary tract infection. It affects up to 10 million Americans a year, mostly women. About 40% of women at some time during their lifetime will have a bladder infection, and many will have multiple episodes.
Boulder Creek family loses second house to fire
On Sunday, Boulder Creek resident Eric McFarland was unloading some items from the family vehicle when he heard some strange noises.
The CZU Lightning Complex Fire survivor was distressed to see flames behind the house, climbing one of the trees and devouring the winter woodpile.
“It...
Scotts Valley Senior Center gets facelift
At the ScottsValleySeniorCenter, seniors are always on the move. It is important that where ever they “move,” it is safe for them to walk. Their patio, for example, was in need of some upgrades.
Falcons outmuscle Cougars in duel meet
The Scotts Valley High School varsity wrestling team defeated undermanned San Lorenzo Valley 66-7 in both teams first Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League duel meet of the season.
Let’s go fishin’: Protecting our rock cod
One of my earliest fishing memories is a day I fished out of Santa Cruz at a local spot called “south rock.” We caught so many rock cod that I will never forget that day. I hope my children and their children have an opportunity like that to remember.
Free screening of documentary ‘Fentanyl High’ set for March 20 in Felton
In response to growing concerns among families, health providers and educators about the rising fentanyl crisis, a collaborative effort is set to take place in Santa Cruz County.
Santa Cruz County Office of Education, in partnership with SafeRx Santa Cruz County, will host a free...
Let’s go fishin’: Monterey Bay looks good for salmon season
All involved have high hopes for the 2012 salmon season.
Rehabilitation program puts non-violent criminals to work for community
The walls within the Santa CruzCounty jail facilities are borders that divide convicted inmates – boarders – from the community at large. Some of these ‘boarders’ have been convicted of violent crimes, whereas others are incarcerated for non-violent offenses. Rehabilitating inmates serving time at our county jails is an objective to which the SCC Sheriff’s Department is committed.
Central Coast Good Fire Fair returns Saturday to Henry Cowell Redwoods...
California State Parks will host the third Central Coast Good Fire Fair and demonstration burn Saturday, Oct. 10, at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.
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