Skagit county, WA
Skagit County, Washington[edit | edit source]
- Skagit County, Washington is a county located in the U.S. state of Washington. As of the 2010 census, the population was 116,901. The county seat and largest city is Mount Vernon. The county was formed in 1883 from Whatcom County and is named for the Skagit Indian tribe, which has been indigenous to the area prior to European-American settlement.
Healthcare in Skagit County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Skagit County is primarily provided by two main healthcare systems: Skagit Regional Health and Island Hospital.
Skagit Regional Health[edit | edit source]
- Skagit Regional Health is a healthcare system based in Mount Vernon, Washington. It operates two hospitals: Skagit Valley Hospital in Mount Vernon and Cascade Valley Hospital in Arlington. Skagit Regional Health offers a range of health services including cancer care, heart care, orthopedics, women's health, and emergency services.
- In 2019, Skagit Valley Hospital had 137 beds and admitted 7,500 patients. The hospital performed 2,300 inpatient and 4,100 outpatient surgeries. Its emergency room had 40,000 visits.
Island Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Island Hospital is a public, non-profit 43-bed hospital in Anacortes, Washington. It is the center of Island Hospital's healthcare system, which also includes clinics and centers for specialty care. Island Hospital offers services in cancer care, birth center, diagnostic imaging, physical therapy and rehabilitation, and wound care.
- In 2019, Island Hospital had 43 beds and admitted 1,800 patients. The hospital performed 1,000 inpatient and 2,500 outpatient surgeries. Its emergency room had 15,000 visits.
Public Health in Skagit County[edit | edit source]
- The Skagit County Public Health Department is responsible for protecting and improving the health of the people in Skagit County. The department provides services in areas such as communicable disease control, health promotion, environmental health, and emergency preparedness.
- In 2019, the Skagit County Public Health Department conducted 200 food establishment inspections, investigated 50 communicable disease cases, and vaccinated 2,000 individuals against the flu.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Skagit County, Washington is comprehensive and accessible, with two main healthcare systems providing a wide range of services. The county's public health department also plays a crucial role in maintaining and improving the health of the county's residents.
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