On this episode of The Pulse with Desert Oasis Healthcare, we’re exploring the connection between food, nutrition, and wellness—and highlighting community resources helping Coachella Valley residents access nutritious meals.

Food is more than a basic necessity—it plays a critical role in our health, well-being, and quality of life. In this episode of The Pulse, we explore food insecurity across the Coachella Valley and the connection between access to nutritious food and better health.

We visit Find Food Bank to learn how rising food costs are affecting local families, seniors, and working households. We hear from families experiencing food insecurity, volunteers serving their communities, and Dr. Brian Hodgkins of Desert Oasis Healthcare about why nutrition and access to food are increasingly recognized as important parts of healthcare.

We also visit Mizell Senior Center to see how Meals on Wheels provides nutritious meals, connection, and support to seniors and people recovering from illness or surgery. From food banks to healthcare providers and community volunteers, these programs are helping address hunger while supporting health, independence, dignity, and healing throughout the Coachella Valley.