Lafourche Parish, LA

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Lafourche Parish, LA[edit | edit source]

  • Lafourche Parish is a parish located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. As of the 2010 census, the population was 96,318. The parish seat is Thibodaux. The parish was formed in 1807. It was originally the northern part of Lafourche Interior Parish, which consisted of the present parishes of Lafourche and Terrebonne. Lafourche Parish was named after the Bayou Lafourche.

Healthcare in Lafourche Parish, LA[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Lafourche Parish is comprehensive and serves the diverse needs of the community. The parish is home to several well-known healthcare facilities that provide a wide range of services.

Thibodaux Regional Medical Center[edit | edit source]

  • Thibodaux Regional Medical Center is a nationally recognized healthcare provider in Lafourche Parish. The hospital offers a range of services including emergency care, orthopedic services, women's health, cancer care, and heart and vascular services. It is known for its commitment to quality and patient satisfaction.

Lady of the Sea General Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Lady of the Sea General Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Cut Off, LA. It provides essential healthcare services to the southern part of Lafourche Parish. The hospital offers a variety of services including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, and specialty clinics.

Ochsner St. Anne Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, located in Raceland, LA, is a general medical and surgical facility. It offers a range of services including emergency care, diagnostic imaging, physical therapy, and a variety of specialty services.

Health Statistics in Lafourche Parish, LA[edit | edit source]

  • According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Lafourche Parish ranks 15th in health outcomes out of the 64 parishes in Louisiana. The parish has a lower percentage of adults reporting poor or fair health compared to the state average. However, the parish has a higher percentage of adult smokers and obesity rates compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Lafourche Parish, LA is comprehensive, with several well-known healthcare facilities providing a wide range of services. The parish's health statistics indicate a mixed picture, with some areas performing better than the state average and others needing improvement.


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