
Prominent South Bay cardiologists Bruce Jackson and Gary Kissel have agreed on a lot since a 1996 Easy Reader cover story featured a day in the life of their medical practice. But the dawning of the decade finds the partners at opposite ends of the great debate over how Americans should get their healthcare.

More swell, more off shores, more sunny skies and most importantly, no more rain. For the first time in a long time I am truly terrified to surf in the rain or just after it rains. My last bout with an ocean related, bacteria based illness lasted over a week and kicked my ass. You can roll the dice if you want, but sooner or later you’ll get caught with your hand in the cookie jar. Shoot, I even ordered a few different nose clips online just to give it a try. The next step will be surfing in a hazmat suit.