Brown county, IL

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Brown County, Illinois[edit | edit source]

Brown County is a county located in the U.S. state of Illinois. As of the 2010 census, the population was 6,937. Its county seat is Mount Sterling. The county was formed in 1839 and named after General Jacob Brown, a hero of the War of 1812.

Healthcare in Brown County, Illinois[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Brown County, Illinois is provided by a variety of facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and specialized care centers. These facilities offer a range of services, from primary care to specialized treatments.

Hospitals[edit | edit source]

Culbertson Memorial Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Rushville, Illinois, serving Brown County and the surrounding areas. It offers a variety of services, including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging.

Clinics[edit | edit source]

Heritage Health operates a clinic in Mount Sterling, providing primary care services to residents of Brown County. The clinic offers a range of services, including family medicine, pediatrics, and women's health.

Specialized Care Centers[edit | edit source]

Blessing Health System operates a number of specialized care centers in the region, including the Blessing Cancer Center, the Blessing Heart & Vascular Center, and the Blessing Rehabilitation Center.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, Brown County ranks 45th out of 102 counties in Illinois for overall health outcomes. The county has a lower than average rate of premature death, with 6,300 years of potential life lost before age 75 per 100,000 population, compared to the Illinois average of 6,500.

Health Initiatives[edit | edit source]

Brown County is part of the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN), a network of rural healthcare providers working to improve the health and well-being of rural communities in Illinois. ICAHN provides resources and support to its member hospitals and clinics, including quality improvement initiatives, patient safety programs, and workforce development opportunities.

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