Sharkey county, MS

Sharkey County, Mississippi[edit | edit source]

Sharkey County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the 2010 census, the population was 4,916, making it the second-least populous county in Mississippi. Its county seat is Rolling Fork. The county is named after William L. Sharkey, the provisional Governor of Mississippi in 1865.

Healthcare in Sharkey County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Sharkey County, Mississippi is primarily provided by the Sharkey Issaquena Community Hospital and a number of local clinics.

Sharkey Issaquena Community Hospital[edit | edit source]

Sharkey Issaquena Community Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Rolling Fork, MS. It provides emergency services, inpatient and outpatient care to the residents of Sharkey County and surrounding areas. The hospital is equipped with 29 beds and offers a range of services including general surgery, radiology, laboratory, and physical therapy.

The hospital is accredited by the Mississippi State Department of Health and is a member of the Mississippi Hospital Association. It is also a part of the Delta Health Alliance, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving healthcare in the Mississippi Delta.

Clinics in Sharkey County[edit | edit source]

In addition to the hospital, there are several clinics providing healthcare services in Sharkey County. These include the Rolling Fork Medical Clinic, Anguilla Medical Clinic, and Delta Health Center.

Rolling Fork Medical Clinic and Anguilla Medical Clinic are primary care clinics offering a range of services including preventive care, chronic disease management, and minor surgical procedures.

Delta Health Center is a federally qualified health center providing comprehensive healthcare services to underserved populations in Sharkey County and the surrounding areas. Services offered include primary care, dental care, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Sharkey County ranks 78th out of 82 counties in Mississippi for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher than average rate of premature death, with 11,300 years of potential life lost before age 75 per 100,000 population, compared to the Mississippi average of 9,700.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

While Sharkey County faces significant health challenges, the Sharkey Issaquena Community Hospital and local clinics are working to provide quality healthcare services to the residents of the county. Through their efforts, they aim to improve the health outcomes and quality of life for all who live in Sharkey County.

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