Hemphill county, TX

Hemphill County, Texas

Hemphill County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, its population was 3,807. Its county seat is Canadian. The county was created in 1876 and organized in 1887. It is named for John Hemphill, a judge and Confederate congressman.

Geography

Hemphill County is located in the Texas Panhandle, a region of the U.S. state of Texas consisting of the northernmost 26 counties in the state. The panhandle is a rectangular area bordered by New Mexico to the west and Oklahoma to the north and east.

Healthcare in Hemphill County

Healthcare services in Hemphill County are primarily provided by the Hemphill County Hospital District, which operates the Hemphill County Hospital and the Canadian Family Physicians clinic.

Hemphill County Hospital

Hemphill County Hospital is a general medical and surgical facility located in Canadian, Texas. It is a 25-bed critical access hospital that provides a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, radiology, and rehabilitation. The hospital also offers specialized programs such as cardiac rehabilitation and wound care.

Canadian Family Physicians

Canadian Family Physicians is a primary care clinic that provides a range of services including preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute care. The clinic is staffed by a team of family physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.

Healthcare Data

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Hemphill County has a relatively high percentage of residents who are uninsured, with 18.5% of residents under the age of 65 without health insurance. This is higher than the state average of 17.7%.

In terms of health outcomes, Hemphill County performs well compared to other Texas counties. The county has a lower rate of premature death (deaths before age 75) than the state average, with a rate of 6,500 per 100,000 population compared to the state average of 7,300. The county also has a lower rate of adult obesity, with 28% of adults classified as obese compared to the state average of 33%.

Conclusion

While Hemphill County faces challenges in terms of health insurance coverage, it performs well in terms of health outcomes. The Hemphill County Hospital and Canadian Family Physicians clinic play a crucial role in providing healthcare services to the county's residents.

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