Here’s how to minimize the spread of coronavirus. (Photo: Getty Images) Monterey County and the state of California are under strict orders to shelter in place to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus. “As people

Natividad has launched a virtual visitation initiative to help patients heal through connection and to provide emotional support to their friends and family. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Natividad has adopted a no visitor policy, with exceptions for birth,

When the shelter-in-place order came in March, overnight, volunteers at Natividad shifted from assisting patients and staff at the brick-and-mortar hospital to helping them from home. Inspired by the Million Mask Challenge, people rallied together to support

Natividad and Monterey Peninsula Unified School District invites residents of the Monterey Peninsula to get tested for COVID-19 on Thursday, June 11 starting at 11:00 am at Seaside High School. The drive-thru testing site is located toward the back of the

Natividad has named Dr. Christopher Carpenter as incoming Chief of Staff effective July 1. The position is currently held by Dr. Chad Harris. The hospital’s Chief of Staff is responsible for providing leadership and guidance to all hospital staff. In his

As Monterey County sees a spike in COVID-19 hospitalizations and positive cases, two Salinas residents who contracted the disease months ago are making remarkable recoveries after being treated at Natividad. Once given a slim chance of survival, Anastacio

Natividad has been named one of Newsweek’s Best Maternity Hospitals in the U.S. for 2020. The distinction recognizes facilities that have excelled in providing care to mothers, newborns and their families, as verified by the 2019 Leapfrog Hospital Survey.

The Diabetes Education Center at Natividad has been reaccredited by the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES) for an additional four-year term. Accreditation recognizes Natividad’s ongoing commitment to providing quality care and

Natividad and Lactation Service, a program of Natividad Women & Children’s Services, recognizes World Breastfeeding Week August 1-7. Held annually by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA) and the United States Breastfeeding Committee

Natividad Medical Group, the family medicine clinic at Natividad, has expanded its team with the addition of Sundeep Gupta, MD, MPH, effective August 1. Natividad Medical Group’s doctors see patients for overall health and wellness, routine screenings and