Jeff Davis county, TX

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Jeff Davis County, Texas[edit | edit source]

Jeff Davis County is a county in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, its population was 2,342. Its county seat is Fort Davis. The county is named for Jefferson Davis, the 23rd United States Secretary of War and President of the Confederate States of America. It is located in the Trans-Pecos region of West Texas.

Healthcare in Jeff Davis County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Jeff Davis County, Texas is primarily provided by two main facilities: the Jeff Davis County Hospital and the Fort Davis Family Practice.

Jeff Davis County Hospital[edit | edit source]

Jeff Davis County Hospital is a general medical and surgical facility located in Fort Davis, Texas. It provides emergency care for injuries, sudden illnesses, and severe illnesses in Fort Davis. It also offers laboratory and diagnostic services, scheduled surgeries, labor and delivery services, recovery services, and inpatient treatment.

The hospital has a 24-hour emergency department, a radiology department, a laboratory, and a pharmacy. It also provides a variety of outpatient services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.

Fort Davis Family Practice[edit | edit source]

Fort Davis Family Practice is a primary care clinic located in Fort Davis, Texas. It provides comprehensive healthcare services to individuals and families in Jeff Davis County. The clinic offers preventive care, chronic disease management, acute care, and wellness exams.

The clinic is staffed by board-certified family medicine physicians and nurse practitioners who provide a full range of healthcare services, including preventive care, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses, and health education.

Health Statistics in Jeff Davis County[edit | edit source]

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the healthcare industry in Jeff Davis County employs approximately 10% of the county's workforce. The county has a higher percentage of people over the age of 65 than the state average, which may contribute to the demand for healthcare services.

In terms of health outcomes, Jeff Davis County ranks above average in Texas for overall health outcomes, according to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program. The county has lower rates of premature death, adult smoking, and adult obesity compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Jeff Davis County, Texas is an essential part of the community. With facilities like the Jeff Davis County Hospital and the Fort Davis Family Practice, residents have access to a range of healthcare services. The county's health statistics reflect the effectiveness of these services and the overall health of the community.

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