Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – June 9, 2025

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Seg 2 – Desert Oasis Health Care Segment

LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW.

D.O.H.C. w/ Dr. Brian Hodgkins re: Executive V.P. of Clinical Operations @ D.O.H.C.; 275 El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs, 92262. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”.
– DISCUSSION of his credentials; PharmD; CPEL; FCSHP; FASHP; EVP Clinical Operator; HPN ACO; started Clinical operations for D.O.H.C.
BRIAN OPENING THE MEDICINE CABINET…..
– QUESTIONS from “Joey Pals”, the Internet, the weekly news, etc.
1. What is whooping cough and why is it rising so much in Hawaii? (Large outbreak on Maui due to lack of vaccinations. Under 12 months old the patients are hospitalized. The cough comes later, lasts for weeks, but easy to treat. All ages can get it.)
2. RFK, Jr. has cancelled FREE Covid Vaccinations for persons under 65. Why? (The new Covid Vaccination has not been developed yet. The costs will now be $100 to $200/per person. Still have 300 deaths a week.)
3. What is Hepatitis C? (Viral infection spread thru blood contact. Still around. Symptoms are bleeding, bruises, jaundice, weight loss. Prevalent among drug users. Is diagnosed by a blood test and possibly a liver biopsy. Can be cured.)
4. Can I stay in a hot tub longer than 10 minutes? (Depends on your health, your heart, how hydrated you are, if you are drinking. Best not to stay in a hot tub alone though)
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).

Dr. Brian