Alpine county, CA

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Alpine County, California[edit | edit source]

Alpine County is a county located in the U.S. state of California. As of the 2010 census, the population was 1,175, making it California's least populous county. The county seat is Markleeville. There are no incorporated cities in the county.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Alpine County is located in the Sierra Nevada, between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park. The county is bordered by Nevada to the east.

History[edit | edit source]

Alpine County was created on March 16, 1864, during a silver boom in the wake of the nearby Comstock Lode discovery. It was named because of its resemblance to the Swiss Alps.

Healthcare in Alpine County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare services in Alpine County are limited due to its remote location and small population. However, there are several healthcare facilities that serve the residents of the county.

Alpine County Health Department[edit | edit source]

The Alpine County Health Department provides public health services to the residents of Alpine County. These services include immunizations, health education, disease control, and emergency preparedness.

Alpine County Behavioral Health Services[edit | edit source]

Alpine County Behavioral Health Services provides mental health and substance abuse services to the residents of Alpine County. These services include counseling, therapy, crisis intervention, and substance abuse treatment.

Barton Health[edit | edit source]

Barton Health is a not-for-profit healthcare system that serves the residents of Alpine County. Barton Health operates several healthcare facilities, including Barton Memorial Hospital in nearby South Lake Tahoe, California.

Markleeville Medical Clinic[edit | edit source]

The Markleeville Medical Clinic provides primary care services to the residents of Alpine County. The clinic is staffed by a nurse practitioner and offers a range of services, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and urgent care.

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