Hardin county, KY
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Hardin County, Kentucky[edit | edit source]
- Hardin County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. As of the 2010 census, the population was 105,543. Its county seat is Elizabethtown. The county was formed in 1792.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Hardin County is located in the central part of Kentucky, with its northern border approximately 40 miles south of Louisville. The county covers an area of 630 square miles, of which 623 square miles is land and 7.1 square miles is water.
Healthcare in Hardin County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Hardin County is primarily provided by two major healthcare facilities: Hardin Memorial Health and Baptist Health Hardin.
Hardin Memorial Health[edit | edit source]
- Hardin Memorial Health is a not-for-profit, 300-bed hospital located in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. It is the largest healthcare provider in the county, serving over 400,000 patients annually from 10 counties. The hospital offers a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, and oncology.
Baptist Health Hardin[edit | edit source]
- Baptist Health Hardin is a comprehensive, integrated healthcare delivery system serving Hardin County and its surrounding areas. It operates a 300-bed hospital in Elizabethtown, as well as numerous outpatient facilities throughout the county. The hospital provides a broad range of services, including cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, and women's health.
Public Health in Hardin County[edit | edit source]
- The Hardin County Health Department is responsible for protecting and promoting the health and well-being of all Hardin County residents. It provides a variety of public health services, including immunizations, health education, disease prevention, and environmental health services.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Hardin County, Kentucky, is well-served by a robust healthcare system that includes two major hospitals and a proactive health department. These institutions work together to ensure the health and well-being of all county residents.
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