Kenedy county, TX
Kenedy County, Texas[edit | edit source]
Kenedy County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, its population was 416. It is the third-least populous county in Texas and fourth-least populous in the United States. Its county seat is Sarita. The county was created in 1921 from parts of Hidalgo and Willacy counties and is named for Mifflin Kenedy, an early area rancher and steamboat operator.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Kenedy County is located in the Rio Grande Valley region of South Texas. The county has a total area of 1,946 square miles (5,040 km2), of which 1,458 square miles (3,780 km2) is land and 487 square miles (1,260 km2) (25%) is water. It is the third-largest county by area in Texas.
Healthcare in Kenedy County, Texas[edit | edit source]
Healthcare services in Kenedy County are limited due to its remote location and small population. However, residents have access to several healthcare facilities in the surrounding counties.
Christus Spohn Hospital Kleberg[edit | edit source]
Christus Spohn Hospital Kleberg is a general medical and surgical facility located in Kingsville, Kleberg County, about 60 miles from Kenedy County. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, women's health, and rehabilitation services.
Valley Baptist Medical Center[edit | edit source]
Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, Cameron County, is another healthcare facility accessible to Kenedy County residents. It offers a comprehensive range of services including heart and vascular care, orthopedics, and a stroke center.
Su Clinica Familiar[edit | edit source]
Su Clinica Familiar is a community health center with several locations in the Rio Grande Valley, including Harlingen and Raymondville. The center provides primary care services, dental care, women's health services, and pediatric care.
Public Health Issues[edit | edit source]
Like many rural areas, Kenedy County faces several public health challenges. These include limited access to healthcare services, a high rate of uninsured residents, and a higher prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease compared to urban areas.
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References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
- Kenedy County official website
- U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Kenedy County, Texas
- Texas Department of State Health Services - Laredo Region
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