Zavala county, TX

Zavala County, Texas

Zavala County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 11,677. Its county seat is Crystal City. The county was created in 1858 and later organized in 1884. Zavala is named for Lorenzo de Zavala, Mexican politician, signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence, and first vice president of the Republic of Texas.

Healthcare in Zavala County

Healthcare in Zavala County is primarily provided by two main facilities: the Zavala County Regional Health Center and the South Texas Rural Health Services.

Zavala County Regional Health Center

Zavala County Regional Health Center is a general medical and surgical facility located in Crystal City, Texas. It provides emergency care for injuries, sudden illnesses, and severe illnesses in Crystal City. It also offers laboratory and diagnostic services, scheduled surgeries, labor and delivery services, recovery services, and inpatient treatment.

The hospital has a 24-hour emergency department, a surgical suite, a clinical laboratory, a radiology department, and a pharmacy. It also has specialized clinics for women's health, pediatric care, and chronic disease management.

South Texas Rural Health Services

South Texas Rural Health Services is a non-profit organization that provides comprehensive healthcare services to the residents of Zavala County and surrounding areas. It operates several health clinics throughout the county, offering services such as primary care, dental care, behavioral health services, and health education.

The organization is committed to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves by providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare services, regardless of patients' ability to pay.

Health Statistics in Zavala County

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Zavala County has a higher percentage of people without health insurance compared to the national average. In 2019, 24.4% of Zavala County residents under the age of 65 were uninsured, compared to the national average of 9.2%.

The county also has a higher prevalence of diabetes and obesity compared to the state and national averages. According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, in 2020, 14% of adults in Zavala County were diagnosed with diabetes, and 37% were classified as obese.

Conclusion

While Zavala County has made strides in providing healthcare services to its residents, there is still work to be done. The county's healthcare providers continue to strive to improve access to care, particularly for uninsured and underinsured residents, and to address health issues prevalent in the community, such as diabetes and obesity.

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Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	Address2	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Okea Remigius 1235334624		M	Other	1993	Family Practice		308 S Cesar Chavez Ave		Crystal City	TX	78839	8303742301

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