Laurens county, GA
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Laurens County, Georgia[edit | edit source]
- Laurens County is a county located in the central portion of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 48,434. The county seat is Dublin. The county was created on December 10, 1807, and was named after Colonel John Laurens, an American soldier and statesman from South Carolina during the American Revolutionary War.
Healthcare in Laurens County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Laurens County, with several notable healthcare facilities providing services to the residents.
Fairview Park Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Fairview Park Hospital is a 192-bed acute care hospital providing community healthcare services. It offers comprehensive healthcare services to Laurens County and surrounding communities. Services include a 24-hour emergency room, surgical services, and a comprehensive cancer program.
- Address: 200 Industrial Blvd, Dublin, GA 31021, United States
Dublin VA Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Dublin VA Medical Center is a Veterans Affairs hospital providing healthcare services to veterans in Laurens County and surrounding areas. The hospital offers a range of services including primary care, mental health services, and specialty care.
- Address: 1826 Veterans Blvd, Dublin, GA 31021, United States
Laurens County Health Department[edit | edit source]
- Laurens County Health Department provides public health services to the residents of Laurens County. Services include immunizations, women's health services, and environmental health services.
- Address: 2121 Bellevue Rd, Dublin, GA 31021, United States
Demographics[edit | edit source]
- As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 48,434 people, 18,641 households, and 13,060 families residing in the county. The racial makeup of the county was 63.6% White, 33.6% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.8% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. 2.1% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Economy[edit | edit source]
- The economy of Laurens County is diverse, with healthcare being one of the major sectors. Other significant sectors include manufacturing, retail trade, and education services.
Education[edit | edit source]
- Laurens County is served by the Laurens County School District, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools. Higher education is provided by the Oconee Fall Line Technical College and the Middle Georgia State University - Dublin Campus.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
- Laurens County is served by several major highways, including Interstate 16, U.S. Route 80, and U.S. Route 441. The county is also served by the W.H. 'Bud' Barron Airport, located in Dublin.
External links[edit | edit source]
- Laurens County official website
- City of Dublin official website
- Fairview Park Hospital
- Dublin VA Medical Center
- Laurens County Health Department
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