Receive Your COVID-19 Vaccine

Latest Update (10/23/23): DOHC Members Can Schedule Vaccine  

Desert Oasis Healthcare has both Pfizer and Moderna COVID Vaccines available. Vaccines are available to DOHC Members ONLY at this time. For Non-DOHC Members, please visit your closest pharmacy for vaccine administration. 

You may walk into any of the Vaccine Clinics during the hours listed below. 

• Palm Springs: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 760-808-8400
• Indio: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 760-808-8400
• Yucca Valley Clinic: Thursdays Only, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM 760-365-9878
• All clinics are closed 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM for lunch

Update (10/05/23): COVID-19 Vaccines Available Starting October 9, 2023

We are excited to announce that Desert Oasis Healthcare is offering the new 2023 COVID-19 vaccine starting Monday, October 9, 2023. This vaccine is a significant development in our ongoing efforts to safeguard the health of our community, with a particular focus on our seniors and individuals with low immune systems. However, it is indicated for all individuals aged 6 months and older under certain conditions. Here's what you need to know:

Eligibility - You are eligible to receive the 2023 COVID-19 vaccine at DOHC if:

• You are a DOHC member. Non-members are encouraged to seek vaccination at other available sites, and can search locations on vaccines.gov. Non-members without insurance (or without insurance coverage for all COVID-19 vaccine costs) can find access to no-cost COVID-19 vaccines through the CDC’s Bridge Access Program, which can be found by searching here with the Bridge Access Program filter on.
• Your last COVID-19 vaccine of any type or dose was administered more than 2 months ago.
• You recently had COVID-19, you are encouraged to vaccinate 90 days after illness.

Cost - The vaccine is covered as one of your DOHC member benefits with $0 cost if you receive the shot at either the Palm Springs, Yucca Valley, or Indio vaccine clinics.

Type - Moderna 12y+ is currently in stock, but we expect Pfizer 6m+ to arrive next week.

No Appointment Necessary - You can walk in for vaccination during the following hours:

• Palm Springs and Indio Clinics: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Yucca Valley Clinic: Thursdays, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• All clinics are closed 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM for lunch

Questions - If you have any questions about getting the COVID-19 vaccine, please visit mydohc.com or call 760-969-6555, or consult with your healthcare provider.

Free COVID-19 Home Test Kits - You can now order 4 free COVID-19 home test kits at COVIDtests.gov.

Remember that the COVID-19 vaccines have been highly effective in reducing serious infections requiring hospitalization. Just like your annual flu shot, the COVID-19 vaccine provides vital protection to keep you and our community well. Thank you for your dedication to the health and well-being of our community. Together, we can continue to make a positive impact in these challenging times. Stay safe and stay well.

Update (09/15/23): COVID-19 Vaccines Unavailable at this Time

COVID-19 vaccines are temporarily unavailable at Desert Oasis Healthcare (DOHC) as we await the arrival of the newest version of the vaccines.

The FDA has de-authorized the use of the current bivalent COVID-19 vaccines and has taken action to approve and authorize a new vaccine, formulated to more closely target the currently circulating variants.

DOHC will resume COVID-19 vaccination for our members when we receive the updated vaccine. COVID-19 vaccines will be provided via health care coverage (at no cost) and no longer provided free from the government for those with insurance.

For those who are uninsured or under-insured, find resources available in the community:

• San Bernardino County
• Riverside County

Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccine news and updates:

• FDA
• CDC

We will post an update on MyDOHC.com when we’ve received the new vaccines and can begin administration again.

Update (05/03/23): 2nd COVID Bivalent Vaccine Dose Now Available for Age 65+ and Immunocompromised

If you are 65 years old or immunocompromised you may now be eligible for a second booster dose of the COVID-19 Bivalent Vaccine, which can provide extra protection against the virus.

• Age 65+: at least 4 months since last booster
• Immunocompromised: at least 2 months since last booster
• To see if you are eligible, call 760-969-6555 or view the COVID-19 Booster Guidance handout

No Appointment Necessary!

Update (01/19/23): Bivalents — No Known Stroke Risk

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) say they have found no evidence of increased risk of ischemic stroke among people 65 and older who receive Pfizer’s bivalent booster. An ischemic stroke occurs when a blood clot blocks a blood vessel in the brain, stopping blood flow and potentially leading to brain cells dying. If a stroke is not treated quickly, the effects can be debilitating.
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Update (12/14/22): Ages 6 Months +

Bivalent COVID-19 booster now authorized for children 6 months and up.
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Update (08/31/22): Newly Formulated Bivalent COVID-19 Booster is here!

DOHC has the new bivalent booster at the Palm Springs, Indio, and Yucca Valley vaccine clinics. Please reference the FAQ to determine eligibility for the booster and answers to any questions.

Scheduling is preferred via My Turn - California COVID-19 Vaccine Scheduling & Notifications.

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Walk-ins will be accommodated but appointments are always best.
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Update (06/22/22): Vaccine for Ages 5 and Under

Desert Oasis Healthcare will begin providing the new pediatric COVID 19 vaccine for ages 6-months – age 5 on June 21, 2022.

• The vaccine is available for free to patients of DOHC and community members
• You do not need to be a DOHC member to receive this service
• DOHC will provide both the Moderna and Pfizer variation of the pediatric vaccine
• Vaccine clinics are available at the Palm Springs, Indio and Yucca Valley sites
• MyTurn.ca.gov is available to schedule vaccine appointments, but walk-ins are welcome

Update (05/20/22): Booster Available for Ages 5-11

DOHC is providing the newly approved vaccine boosters for children ages 5-11. Eligible children should have completed their initial vaccines 5 or more months prior to getting the booster. Vaccines and booster doses are available at both the Palm Springs and Indio vaccine clinics. You can schedule an appointment at MYTURN.ca.gov.

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Update (03/30/22): 2^nd Booster Available 50+

An additional 2nd COVID booster shot for anyone over the age of 50 has been approved and available through DOHC vaccine clinics effective March 30.

The booster is recommended at least 4 months following the1st booster. People who are immunocompromised are eligible for an additional dose of either Pfizer or Moderna 28 days after their 2nd Pfizer/Moderna dose or after their 1st Johnson and Johnson dose, and approved for a 1st booster 3 months after that additional dose. Now, those same immunocompromised people can receive a 2nd booster 4 months after the 1st booster, and should be encouraged to get this completed.

Additionally, immunocompromised patients are likely eligible for Evusheld treatment, which adds extra protection. If immunocompromised patient have questions about the need for or eligibility for Evusheld treatment they should be directed to call the Helpline and one of the PHARxM team will assist them.

DOHC is prepared to accommodate this new opportunity to protect vulnerable individuals in our community based on waning immunity and the emergence of a new Omicron sub-variant. The vaccines are safe and have been shown to dramatically protect our family and friends from hospitalization and even death caused by COVID-19. Please advise patients and community members to schedule an appointment, walk-in, or call DOHC to see if they are eligible at 760-969-6555.

A new useful tool is available on the CDC.Gov site to find testing, vaccination and treatment options by county. Please suggest to patients to use this site to stay up-to-date on the most current resources.