publichealthfacility
nounUK /ˌpʌblɪk ˈhɛlθ fəˈsɪləti/
US /ˌpʌblɪk ˈhɛlθ fəˈsɪləti/
A place run by the government where people go to get medical care.
The public health facility in our town offers free checkups for children.
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2. A government-run center that focuses on keeping whole communities healthy.
The public health facility organized a vaccination day for the whole neighborhood.
3. A building where public health services like screenings and health advice are provided.
She visited the public health facility to learn about healthy eating.
4. A local medical site funded by the government for people who cannot afford private care.
Many families rely on the public health facility for affordable treatment.