West Carroll Parish, LA

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West Carroll Parish, LA[edit | edit source]

West Carroll Parish is a parish located in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of Louisiana. As of the 2010 census, the population was 11,604. The parish seat is Oak Grove. The parish was formed in 1877.

Geography[edit | edit source]

West Carroll Parish has a total area of 360 square miles, of which 359 square miles is land and 1.0 square mile is water. It is bordered by the state of Arkansas to the north, Morehouse Parish to the west, Richland Parish to the south, and East Carroll Parish to the east.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 11,604 people living in the parish. The racial makeup of the parish was 81.1% White, 17.4% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 0.8% from two or more races.

Healthcare in West Carroll Parish, LA[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in West Carroll Parish is primarily provided by two main facilities: the West Carroll Memorial Hospital and the Oak Grove Community Health Center.

West Carroll Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]

West Carroll Memorial Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Oak Grove, LA. It provides emergency care for injuries, sudden illnesses, and severe illnesses in Oak Grove. It also offers laboratory and diagnostic services, scheduled surgeries, labor and delivery services, recovery services, and inpatient treatment.

Oak Grove Community Health Center[edit | edit source]

Oak Grove Community Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in Oak Grove, LA. It provides primary care services, including pediatrics, women's health, men's health, and chronic disease management. The center also offers dental services, behavioral health services, and pharmacy services.

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