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Garland, with a population (2000) of roughly 215,800, is a northern Texas city that borders Dallas. The city was incorporated in 1891. Since World War II, the economy of Garland has expanded from its economic base of farm crops. Today, Garland has become one the nation’s fastest growing cities. It manufactures goods such as processed foods, clothing; chemicals, sheet metal, scientific tools, and electronic equipment. A U.S. Air Force base is also located in Garland. The per capita income of Garland is approximately $20,000, while the state of Texas’s per capita income is roughly $19,600.

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Healthcare in Garland, TX

In Garland, the percentage of residents with a health plan is 84.9%. The average body mass index (relative percentage of fat and muscle) for residents of the city is 27%. Meanwhile, Garland’s diabetes rate (percentage of residents diagnosed) is 8.4%, and the hypertension rate (percentage of residents diagnosed) is 21.4%. The city contains a total of 71 facilities for elder-care. Finally, the air quality index (percentage of days AQI is ranked good) of Garland is 81%.

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Medical Centers in Garland (TX):

  • Baylor Specialty Hospital
    2300 Marie Curie Dr., Garland, TX 75042; 972-85-3300
  • Garland Community Hospital
    2696 W Walnut St., Garland, TX 75042; 972-76-7116
  • Vista Hospital of Dallas LLP
    2696 W Walnut St., Garland, TX 75042; 972-87-2401

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Key Facts...

In 2005 $2 trillion was spent on health care services in the United States. On average, each person was responsible for a total annual health care bill of $6,700. Is your health insurance plan working for you and your family?

Source: National Coalition on Health Care. Catlin, A, C. Cowan, S. Heffler, et al, "National Health Spending in 2005." Health Affairs 26:1 (2006).

Health care costs in the United States rose an unprecedented 6.9% in 2005, more than double the rate of inflation. These costs are expected to rise at similar levels for the next decade. Protect your health and your wallet by investing in a health insurance plan that is right for you.

Source: National Coalition on Health Care. Catlin, A, C. Cowan, S. Heffler, et al, "National Health Spending in 2005." Health Affairs 26:1 (2006).

A 2003 study by The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation determined that over one third of uninsured adults reported having trouble paying their medical bills. Safeguard yourself and your family against future debt by finding a high quality health care plan.

Source: The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation. Access to Care for the Uninsured: An Update. 29 September 2003.