Lauderdale county, AL
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Lauderdale County, Alabama[edit | edit source]
- Lauderdale County is a county located in the northwestern corner of the U.S. state of Alabama. As of the 2020 census, the population was 92,729. Its county seat is Florence. Lauderdale County is part of the Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL Metropolitan Statistical Area, also known as "The Shoals".
Healthcare in Lauderdale County, Alabama[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Lauderdale County, with several well-known healthcare facilities providing a range of services to the residents.
North Alabama Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- North Alabama Medical Center is a 263-bed health care organization in Florence, the county seat of Lauderdale County. The hospital provides comprehensive healthcare services, including emergency care, surgical services, cardiovascular care, and maternity services.
Shoals Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Shoals Hospital, located in Muscle Shoals, is another prominent healthcare facility in Lauderdale County. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including orthopedic surgery, physical therapy, and a sleep disorder center.
Lauderdale County Health Department[edit | edit source]
- The Lauderdale County Health Department provides various public health services to the residents of Lauderdale County. These services include immunizations, family planning, women's health services, and environmental health services.
Demographics and Health Indicators[edit | edit source]
- According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Lauderdale County has a total area of 721 square miles, of which 668 square miles is land and 53 square miles is water. The racial makeup of the county is predominantly White, followed by African American, Native American, Asian, and other races.
- In terms of health indicators, according to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Lauderdale County ranks fairly well in Alabama. The county has a lower percentage of individuals reporting poor or fair health compared to the state average. However, the county has a higher percentage of adult smokers and obese adults compared to the state average.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Lauderdale County, Alabama, is well-served by a number of reputable facilities, including the North Alabama Medical Center, Shoals Hospital, and the Lauderdale County Health Department. These institutions provide a wide range of services to meet the health needs of the county's diverse population.
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| Surgeons | Expertise across disciplines including Cardiac Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and more | |
| Dentists and Other Providers | Detailed listing of Dentists, Podiatrists, Chiropractors, and Optometrists alongside other allied healthcare providers | |
| Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in Alabama | |
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