Turner county, GA

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Turner County, Georgia[edit | edit source]

Turner County is a county located in the south central portion of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 8,930. The county seat is Ashburn. Turner County was established in 1905.

Healthcare in Turner County, Georgia[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Turner County, Georgia is provided by a variety of facilities and services. These include hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers.

Hospitals[edit | edit source]

Tift Regional Medical Center is the nearest hospital to Turner County, located in Tifton, Georgia. It is a 181-bed regional referral center serving 12 counties in South Central Georgia. The hospital provides a wide range of services including emergency care, surgery, heart and vascular care, orthopedics, and women's health.

Clinics[edit | edit source]

Turner County Health Department is a public health clinic located in Ashburn, Georgia. It provides a variety of services including immunizations, family planning, and health education.

Ashburn Primary Care is a primary care clinic located in Ashburn, Georgia. It provides a range of services including preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute care.

Specialized Healthcare Centers[edit | edit source]

Turner Residential Care is a specialized healthcare center located in Ashburn, Georgia. It provides residential care for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Turner County Mental Health is a mental health center located in Ashburn, Georgia. It provides a range of mental health services including counseling, therapy, and psychiatric services.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, Turner County ranks 133 out of 159 counties in Georgia for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher than average rate of premature death, with 10,300 years of potential life lost before age 75 per 100,000 population, compared to the Georgia average of 7,700.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Turner County, Georgia is provided by a variety of facilities and services. While there are challenges, such as a higher than average rate of premature death, there are also many resources available to residents, including hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers.

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