Clallam county, WA
Clallam County, Washington[edit | edit source]
- Clallam County is a county located in the U.S. state of Washington. As of the 2010 census, the population was 71,404. The county seat and largest city is Port Angeles. The name is a Klallam word for "the strong people". The county was formed on April 26, 1854. Located on the Olympic Peninsula, it is south from the Strait of Juan de Fuca, which forms part of the Canada–United States border, separating the region from British Columbia.
Healthcare in Clallam County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Clallam County is primarily provided by two main facilities: Olympic Medical Center and Forks Community Hospital.
Olympic Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Olympic Medical Center (OMC) is a partner in health, wellness and healing. OMC is a comprehensive, award-winning health care provider for more than 70,000 residents of Clallam County. It is located in Port Angeles and provides inpatient services, including a level-three trauma designated emergency department, surgical services, and labor and delivery. OMC's outpatient services include cardiac, imaging, physical therapy and rehabilitation, laboratory, nutrition and diabetes, home health, medical and surgical, cancer care, and a primary care and specialty clinic.
Forks Community Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Forks Community Hospital is a critical access hospital with a level five designation emergency department. It is located in the city of Forks. The hospital provides a variety of services including acute care, obstetrics, long term care, and emergency services. The hospital also operates three rural health clinics in the area.
Health Statistics in Clallam County[edit | edit source]
- According to the Washington State Department of Health, Clallam County has a higher rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. The county also has higher rates of smoking and obesity, which are significant risk factors for many diseases. However, the county has a lower rate of drug-related deaths compared to the state average.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Clallam County is a vital aspect of the community. With facilities like Olympic Medical Center and Forks Community Hospital, residents have access to a wide range of services. However, like many areas, Clallam County faces its own unique health challenges, which local healthcare providers are continually working to address.
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