Wheeler county, TX

Wheeler County, Texas

Wheeler County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, its population was 5,410. Its county seat is Wheeler. The county was formed in 1876 and organized in 1879. It is named for Royall Tyler Wheeler, a chief justice of the Texas Supreme Court.

Healthcare in Wheeler County, Texas

Healthcare in Wheeler County, Texas is primarily provided by two main facilities: the Parkview Hospital and the Wheeler County Public Health Department.

Parkview Hospital

Parkview Hospital is a general medical and surgical facility located in Wheeler, Texas. It is a critical access hospital offering a range of services including emergency care, general surgery, internal medicine, and obstetrics. The hospital is equipped with modern medical technology and staffed by a team of highly trained medical professionals dedicated to providing quality healthcare.

Address: 1011 S Alan L Bean Blvd, Wheeler, TX 79096, United States Phone: +1 806-826-5581

Wheeler County Public Health Department

The Wheeler County Public Health Department is a government agency that provides public health services to the residents of Wheeler County. The department offers a variety of services including immunizations, health education, disease prevention, and health promotion programs. It also conducts health inspections and enforces public health laws and regulations.

Address: 7939 US-83, Wheeler, TX 79096, United States Phone: +1 806-826-5243

Health Statistics

According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Wheeler County ranks 115th out of 244 for health outcomes in Texas. The county has a lower percentage of adults reporting poor or fair health compared to the state average. However, the county has a higher percentage of adults who smoke and a higher percentage of adults who are obese compared to the state average.

Conclusion

Healthcare in Wheeler County, Texas is provided by a mix of private and public entities. The county's healthcare facilities strive to provide quality care to all residents, regardless of their ability to pay. Despite facing challenges such as a high smoking rate and obesity rate, the county continues to work towards improving the health and well-being of its residents.

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