Ascension Parish, LA
Ascension Parish, LA[edit | edit source]
- Ascension Parish is a parish located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. As of the 2010 census, the population was 107,215. Its parish seat is Gonzales. The parish was created in 1807 and is named in honor of the Catholic Church's Ascension of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Ascension Parish is part of the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Statistical Area as well as the Baton Rouge–New Orleans–Hammond combined statistical area. It is one of the fastest-growing parishes in the state, along with Livingston Parish.
Healthcare in Ascension Parish[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a vital aspect of any community, and Ascension Parish is no exception. The parish is home to several healthcare facilities that provide a range of services to the community.
St. Elizabeth Hospital[edit | edit source]
- St. Elizabeth Hospital is a general medical and surgical facility located in Gonzales, Louisiana, in Ascension Parish. It is a part of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System, which is one of the largest healthcare systems based in Louisiana. The hospital offers a wide range of services including emergency care, heart care, women's health, orthopedics, and more.
Prevost Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Prevost Memorial Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Donaldsonville, Louisiana. It provides emergency care for injuries, sudden illnesses, and severe illnesses in Donaldsonville. It also offers laboratory and diagnostic services, scheduled surgeries, labor and delivery services, recovery services, and inpatient treatment.
Ascension Parish Health Unit[edit | edit source]
- The Ascension Parish Health Unit is a government-run health facility that provides a variety of services to the residents of Ascension Parish. These services include immunizations, family planning, WIC services, STD testing and treatment, and more.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Ascension Parish, with its growing population and diverse healthcare needs, is well-served by its local healthcare facilities. These facilities, including St. Elizabeth Hospital, Prevost Memorial Hospital, and the Ascension Parish Health Unit, provide a wide range of services to meet the needs of the community.
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