Adventist Health St. Helena

05/04/2026

“A healthcare visit isn’t on the top of anyone’s to-do list. But a yearly check-in with your primary care provider can mean more healthy years doing what you love, especially if you’re over the age of 65,” shares Adventist Health provider James Myers, PA.

Medicare coverage includes a free Annual Wellness Visit, giving you and your primary care provider the opportunity to have a conversation about your health. You’ll leave with a copy of your personalized prevention plan, including vaccines and screenings you may be due for.

Ready to schedule a visit? Find a provider near you at AdventistHealth.org/Doctors

05/03/2026

This month, we have an opportunity to celebrate the incredible heritage and unique contributions of diverse and inspiring Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities.

Want to celebrate? Here are some ways to enrich your appreciation of AAPI cultures:

🔸 Support a local AAPI business
🔸 Try new foods at a local AAPI restaurant or grocery store
🔸 Visit a museum to view AAPI art, or try your hand at traditional Japanese origami, Chinese paper-cutting or Indian rangoli designs
🔸 Explore AAPI culture through award-winning books and films

05/01/2026

Today marks the start of a month dedicated to slowing down, checking in with ourselves, and prioritizing our mental well‑being. As we head into the weekend, it’s a good moment to pause, breathe, and reset. In a world that moves quickly, it’s okay not to have every answer or every next step mapped out. What matters is giving yourself the space to move at a pace that strengthens your sense of health, wholeness, and hope.

If you’re looking for support, we’re here for you. Visit AdventistHealth.org/MentalHealth to connect with a mental health provider and schedule an in‑person or virtual appointment.

04/30/2026

This Patient Experience Week, we are honoring the patients and families who trust us with their care during important check-ups.

To help kids feel more confident and comfortable when visiting the doctor, we hosted a Teddy Bear Check-Up Day at Adventist Health Castle! Kids brought their favorite stuffed friends to learn what happens at a doctor’s visit — making healthcare feel more familiar and fun.

We are grateful to serve families in all of our communities.

04/30/2026

This Patient Experience Week, we are honoring our patients for trusting us with their care during unexpected setbacks.

Meet Robert. He was struck by a car over two years ago, and he was given devastating news that he would never play the bass again. With his arm shattered, ribs broken, and a rod placed in his leg, Robert was transferred to the Acute Physical Rehab unit at Adventist Health Lodi Memorial.

Robert worked hard doing daily activities to improve his mental and physical abilities. He had a goal: “Once I get healed up, I will come back and bring some musicians."

Robert kept his promise. “It took a little while, but I made it back," he said. Now fully healed and mobile, Robert returned with a group of talented musicians and played an incredible jazz and R&B set for current patients.

We are proud to be part of Robert’s recovery and getting him back to doing what he loves.

04/29/2026

If you deal with asthma, your symptoms may get worse in the springtime when pollen counts are high. Don’t let your symptoms slow you down this season. Visit https://www.adventisthealth.org/services/asthma-management/ for tips on how to manage asthma.

04/28/2026

Having an emergency can be filled with anxiety, but thanks to our exceptional team, our patients find comfort when they need it the most. Our team works hard to provide the best care possible from the moment you arrive until discharge and we love hearing from our patients:

“I felt 100% listened to and cared for by everyone. So very grateful the ambulance team was willing to drive me from Napa at my strong request to go to St. Helena Hospital where I knew would be treated best."

Your trust means everything to us, and we're honored to care for you and your family. Feedback like these inspire us to continue giving the very best care every day.

To learn more about our Emergency Services, visit our website at https://www.adventisthealth.org/st-helena/services/emergency-care/

04/26/2026

This Patient Experience Week, we are honoring our patients for trusting us with their care during important milestones.

Meet Ulyses and Cindia. They missed their graduation ceremonies while receiving care at Adventist Health Delano, so we brought the graduation to them. Complete with balloons, confetti, and festive mariachi music, the day was filled with joy and heartfelt emotion.

We are thankful to have celebrated this important step in their journey.

04/25/2026

In penguin colonies, each penguin does their part to help the colony flourish.

This World Penguin Day, Adventist Health and Pip are here to remind you that experiencing your best health also takes a team. We’re proud to care for the whole person (or penguin) — mind, body, and spirit.

04/25/2026

In penguin colonies, each penguin does their part to help the entire colony flourish. Each member of the team has their role: gathering food, keeping watch, and providing comfort. This World Penguin Day, Adventist Health and Pip are here to remind you that experiencing your best health also takes a team. We’re proud to care for the whole person (or penguin) — mind, body, and spirit.

04/24/2026

It's Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we can't miss the opportunity to share our gratitude for our exceptional group of volunteers who share their time and skills to help us care for our community.

Our Volunteers are not just helping hands; they are the heartbeat woven through the entire fabric of this hospital community.

Through the years, our volunteers have contributed thousands of hours of service, supporting patients, families, and staff across the hospital. Last year alone, our 55 active volunteers have given 5,870 total hours.

From the gracious care of the Cancer Center Welcome Desk Team to our Volunteer Ambassadors who guide and assist throughout the campus, to the Big Oak Gift Shop’s Bloom Brigade who create moments of comfort and connection, also the Spiritual Care Volunteers who provide comfort during the most difficult moments, our volunteers bring so much light.

And don’t forget our Friendship Paws Pet Therapy Teams who bring joy in their purest form, their impact is both measurable and deeply human. In 2025 alone, our pet therapy brought much-needed joy and paw-sitivity through 410 per therapy visits!

While we can absolutely point to the numbers, what matters most lives in the moments of connection, compassion and service. Join us in sharing our gratitude for our amazing volunteers!

04/20/2026

Understanding asthma and having the correct tools are key to managing this condition. If you’re wondering what to expect during your asthma care visit, check out this quick video.

04/18/2026

"And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." — 1 Corinthians 13:13

04/16/2026

We have great news to share! We're improving access to care close to home with a new Rapid Care & Primary Care Center, a project designed to expand access to timely, essential healthcare services for residents of Upper Napa Valley.

Thanks to the work and leadership of the St. Helena Hospital Foundation, momentum continues to build behind the initiative as planning and development efforts move forward. The new center represents a critical step toward addressing a growing healthcare access challenge in the region. Upgrades are scheduled to begin in summer 2026, with a grand opening planned before the end of the year.

Napa Valley is experiencing increasing demand for care, with many residents facing limited access to timely primary and urgent services. As a result, patients often delay care or turn to emergency departments for non-emergent needs—leading to longer wait times, higher costs, and added strain on hospital resources.

The planned center will bring together two essential services in one convenient location:
- Rapid Care for immediate, non-life-threatening needs
- Primary Care for ongoing, relationship-based health management

We're so excited for our team and for our community and couldn't be more grateful for the work happening to make this much needed service to Upper Napa Valley.

04/14/2026

04/14/2026

We are grateful for our Adventist Health volunteers who recently served 2,366 patients during their mission trip to the Philippine island of Mindoro.

Alongside local medical teams and churches, they cared for nearly 500 patients each day, performing over 600 minor surgeries and more than 1,000 dental procedures.

The trip was filled with prayer, laughter, and living God’s love.

“We were wonderfully blessed by the Filipino community. God is working!” said John Schroer, Director for Global Mission.

Learn more about the impact of this trip at https://ahlink.org/4t8I33D

04/14/2026

Being aware of what triggers your asthma or your child’s asthma, and taking steps to avoid those triggers can keep symptoms from worsening.

04/06/2026

When you have asthma, it's important to know your zone, and have a plan for what to do if you feel worse.

You're in the green zone if you're doing well with no wheeze, cough, chest tightness, or shortness of breath. You may be getting worse if you're coughing or wheezing, have chest tightness, and cannot participate in all usual activities.

You're in the red zone and need immediate medical attention if you are very short of breath and cannot participate in any usual activities.

Talk to your doctor to develop a plan for what to watch for and what actions you need to take in each zone.

04/05/2026

Through each interaction with our patients, we aim to share the greatest gifts of Easter: hope and renewal. May you and your family experience renewed hope and health as we celebrate the life and resurrection of Jesus.

04/04/2026

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.” — Proverbs 3:5 - 6