St. Lawrence county, NY
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St. Lawrence County, New York[edit | edit source]
- St. Lawrence County is a county located in the U.S. state of New York. As of the 2010 census, the population was 111,944. The county seat is Canton. The county is named for the Saint Lawrence River, which in turn was named for the Christian saint Lawrence of Rome, on whose Feast day the river was discovered by French explorers.
Healthcare in St. Lawrence County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in St. Lawrence County is provided by a variety of facilities, ranging from hospitals to clinics and specialized care centers. The county is home to several well-known healthcare facilities that provide a wide range of services to residents.
Canton-Potsdam Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Canton-Potsdam Hospital is a not-for-profit hospital located in Potsdam, New York. It provides a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and specialized care for patients with chronic conditions. The hospital is part of the St. Lawrence Health System, which also includes Gouverneur Hospital and Massena Hospital.
Gouverneur Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Gouverneur Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Gouverneur, New York. It provides emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, and a range of specialty services. The hospital is also part of the St. Lawrence Health System.
Massena Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Massena Hospital is a non-profit community hospital located in Massena, New York. It offers a variety of services including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital is also part of the St. Lawrence Health System.
Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center is a private, not-for-profit, 130-bed community hospital and health center located in Ogdensburg, New York. It provides a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and specialized care for patients with chronic conditions.
Health Statistics[edit | edit source]
- According to the New York State Department of Health, St. Lawrence County has a higher rate of hospitalization for chronic conditions compared to the state average. The county also has a higher rate of emergency department visits compared to the state average.
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