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Long Beach, California originally settled as ranchland by the Spanish, has developed into one of the most diversely populated cities in the country. It's economy is mixed, with important entities including the Port of Long Beach, the oil industry, manufacturing, high tech, and aerospace. These industries attract a healthy population that has the physical stamina to be productive in these industries. In general, the population has a lower than average median income and is not fully insured for healthcare. Nearly twenty percent of the population is below the poverty line.

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Long Beach Health and Fitness

With direct access to the Pacific Ocean and its beaches and a mild climate, Long Beach is ideal for outdoor activities. Hiking, biking, golf, tennis, surfing, and other water sports are popular. As the home of one of the largest universities in California, it has a young population. As an established community in a mild climate, it also has a substantial elderly population, including a large number of "snow birds."

This economically and ethnically diverse community is the home of world class medical facilities connected to California State University and the Veterans Administration. Long Beach is known for its successful eldercare programs, and has outstanding Medicare home health care practices.

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Medical Centers in Long Beach, CA:

  • Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
    2801 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach, CA 90806; 562-933-2000
  • Saint Mary's Medical Center
    1050 Linden Ave, Long Beach, CA 90813; 562-491-4841
  • Pacific Hospital of Long Beach
    2776 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90806; 562-997-2000
  • Veterans Administration Medical Center
    5901 E. 7th Street, Long Beach, CA 90822; 562-494-5801

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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.