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DAP Health

Since 1984, DAP Health has remained committed to protecting and expanding health care access. Guided by the voices and needs of the diverse communities it serves, the nonprofit provides medical and social services to people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, orientations, and socioeconomic statuses at 25 fixed locations and eight mobile units from the Coachella Valley to the San Diego coast.

DAP's Latest Articles

The Bottom Line When It Comes to Colorectal Cancer, the Second Leading Cancer Killer in the Nation

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. What we know is this: Early detection through routine screening saves lives.

From Necessity to Treasure-Hunting

How Palm Springs influencer and 'Thrift Boss' Jim Lanahan found Revivals — and why he’s letting his 130,000+ followers know all there is to know about the brand.

Introducing the New DAP Health Website

After months of thoughtful planning, design, and development, the community health center is proud to unveil its newly revamped website.

The Importance of Regular Cancer Screenings

Here’s what you need to know about each of these critical screenings: what they do, how often to get them, and why they matter for your long-term health.

Revivals Stores Celebrate 30 Years of Affordable Shopping, Sustainability, and Community Impact

DAP Health’s own brand of resale retail, Revivals, celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2025 at all four of its locations: Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Palm Desert, and Indio. Come see for yourself why Revivals is often voted best of its class in many Coachella Valley contests. Plus, read more here.

Get Ready for the 2024 DAP Health Equity Walk

If you thought this event was just about walking, think again! It’s designed to be a tribute to unity, with an incredible lineup of activities to keep you entertained from start to finish.

How DAP Health is expanding access to comprehensive care in Southern California

The nonprofit organization offers diverse medical and social services across 240 zip codes, emphasizing culturally competent care and addressing social drivers of health.

The Enduring Importance of National HIV Testing Day

HIV is still a threat. Every year in the U.S., tens of thousands of people acquire the virus. And the only way HIV becomes a manageable disease is to find out you have it — and get treatment if you do.

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