Sullivan county, NY
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Sullivan County, New York[edit | edit source]
- Sullivan County is a county in the U.S. state of New York. As of the 2010 census, the population was 77,547. The county seat is Monticello. The county's name honors Major General John Sullivan, who was a hero in the American Revolutionary War. The county was the site of hundreds of Borscht Belt hotels and resorts, which had their heyday from the 1920s through the 1970s.
Healthcare in Sullivan County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Sullivan County, New York is provided by a variety of public and private institutions. The county's healthcare system includes hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.
Hospitals[edit | edit source]
- Catskill Regional Medical Center is the largest hospital in Sullivan County. It is a 218-bed hospital located in Harris, New York. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and maternity care.
Clinics[edit | edit source]
- There are several clinics in Sullivan County that provide outpatient services. These include the Sullivan County Public Health Services, which offers a variety of services including immunizations, disease control, and health education.
Long-Term Care Facilities[edit | edit source]
- Sullivan County is home to several long-term care facilities. The Achieve Rehab and Nursing Facility in Liberty, New York is a 140-bed facility that provides long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and specialized services for residents with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
Health Statistics[edit | edit source]
- According to the New York State Department of Health, Sullivan County has a higher rate of hospitalizations for chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes compared to the state average. The county also has a higher rate of smoking and obesity, which are risk factors for these conditions.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Sullivan County, New York is provided by a variety of institutions, including hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities. While the county faces health challenges such as higher rates of chronic disease and risk factors such as smoking and obesity, it also has resources in place to address these issues.
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