Around the County with Supervisor Jim Desmond

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**Around the County with Supervisor Jim Desmond**

A weekly chat with San Diego County Supervisor Jim Desmond.

Latest Episodes:

A Look Ahead to Tomorrow's Board Meeting Oct 04, 2021

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Tomorrow, we have a Board of Supervisors here are some of the topics that I'll be focused on.

What is Monoclonal Treatment? Sep 22, 2021

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We've heard a lot about monoclonal treatment and the fight against COVID-19, what is it? Today, we had Dr. Jennifer M. Tuteur, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, for the County of San Diego to answer our questions.

Who's eligible? When can you get it? Is it safe? All these questions and more!

If you do develop symptoms and test positive call your doctor or the Monoclonal Regional Antibody Center (619) 685-2500.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3nXGLd2

SANDAG Town Hall Aug 30, 2021

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Supervisor Desmond, Coronado Mayor, Richard Bailey, and Erik Brouvald (CEO of North County Economic Development Council) talked about SANDAG’s latest plan, including taxing us for every mile we drive. SANDAG’s “5 Big Bold Moves” is projected to cost $163 billion of tax-payer dollars, with the majority of the money going towards public transit. Learn how we can come together and ensure this plan or any plan meets the needs of North County and the majority of San Diego commuters.

A Conversation with Pastor Hendricks Apr 28, 2021

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Today, we sat down with Pastor Greg Hendricks. Hendricks is the head pastor at the El Cajon location for The Rock Church. We talked about his upbringing, coaching in the NBA, and why we should, "Let Them Play."

https://www.instagram.com/hendricksgreg/?hl=en

A Conversation with Dr. Bryam Bridle Apr 12, 2021

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We sat down with Dr. Byram Bridle, an associate Professor of Viral Immunology, Department of Pathobiology at the University of Guelph.

Here's the article that we discussed:

https://theconversation.com/a-year-of-covid-19-lockdown-is-putting-kids-at-risk-of-allergies-asthma-and-autoimmune-diseases-155102

A Conversation with Shari Finney Feb 26, 2021

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We sat down with Shari Finney who oversees all clinical operations at the Cohen Clinic at Veterans Village of San Diego. Shari shared her insights on working with veterans what the last year has been like for mental health.

A Conversation with the RESPECT Project Feb 17, 2021

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We sat down with Deputy Todd Baker and Deputy Sheriff, Dustin Nelson to talk about the RESPECT project.

RESPECT Project is a character building and mentoring program designed for teenage youth. Currently serving the North County region, RESPECT Project was developed in 2014 by the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department. The program is a 10-week commitment aiming to reduce juvenile delinquency, lower recidivism, and offer alternatives to street gangs, substance abuse, and a life trapped in the criminal justice system.

A Conversation with Dr. Marsha Spitzer Jan 29, 2021

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Today, we sat down with Dr. Marsha Spitzer the Chief of Pediatrics, for Family Health Centers of San Diego. Also, Dr. Spitzer is the Medical Director for Reach Out and Read San Diego.

Reach Out and Read prepares America’s youngest children to succeed in school by partnering with doctors to prescribe books and encourage families to read together.

For more info visit: https://rorsd.org/

A Conversation with Dr. Karen Randall Jan 21, 2021

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Next Wednesday, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors will decide whether or not marijuana should be manufactured, cultivated, and distributed within the unincorporated County. Today, we sat down with Dr. Karen Randall an ER nurse who lives in Pueblo, Colorado. A few years ago, Pueblo decided to embrace marijuana in their community. Dr. Randall shared her thoughts on what it has done to their city and what it's like being an ER nurse.

A Conversation with Dr. Joseph Ladapo Jan 18, 2021

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Today, we sat down with UCLA Health Doctor, Joseph Ladapo to talk about COVID-19. Dr. Ladapo talked about his op-ed in the Wall Street Journal and why early treatment is key in the fight against COVID-19.

https://www.wsj.com/articles/too-much-caution-is-killing-covid-patients-11606238928

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