Blair county, PA
Blair County, Pennsylvania[edit | edit source]
- Blair County is a county located in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. As of the 2010 census, the population was 127,089. Its county seat is Hollidaysburg. The county was created on February 26, 1846, from parts of Huntingdon and Bedford Counties.
- Blair County comprises the Altoona, PA Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). It is located in the heart of the Allegheny Mountains, in the southern portion of the state's central region.
Healthcare in Blair County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Blair County, with several well-known healthcare facilities providing services to the residents. These facilities range from hospitals to specialized clinics, offering a wide array of medical services.
UPMC Altoona[edit | edit source]
- UPMC Altoona is a 380-bed acute care hospital with a surgery center and regional trauma center serving Blair and surrounding counties in west-central Pennsylvania. UPMC Altoona, located in downtown Altoona, is a private, non-profit, community health care system.
Nason Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Nason Hospital is a 100-bed hospital located in Roaring Spring, Blair County. It provides a full range of inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic, and therapeutic services with a medical staff of more than 50 physicians representing various specialties.
Tyrone Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Tyrone Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital located in Tyrone, Blair County. It offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical services, including emergency, diagnostic, and rehabilitation services.
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Altoona[edit | edit source]
- HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Altoona is a 70-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital that offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services designed to return patients to leading active and independent lives.
Public Health in Blair County[edit | edit source]
- The Blair County Department of Health is responsible for promoting and protecting the health of its residents. The department provides a variety of services including health education, disease prevention, environmental health protection, and emergency preparedness.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Blair County, Pennsylvania, is comprehensive and accessible, with a range of facilities catering to various medical needs. From major hospitals like UPMC Altoona to specialized facilities like HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Altoona, residents have access to quality healthcare services. The Blair County Department of Health also plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and wellbeing of the community.
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Primary Care Blair county, PA
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