Higashishirakawa Maternal and Child Health Center
About
Higashishirakawa Mother and Child Health Center is a clinic located in Higashishirakawa Village, Kamo District, Gifu Prefecture, dedicated to maternal and child health for residents of this mountainous rural community. As its name suggests, the facility primarily focuses on health management for mothers and children, addressing local medical needs related to pregnancy, childbirth, and child-rearing. Higashishirakawa Village is a small community of approximately 1,900 residents, and the center serves as a community-rooted medical institution supporting the health of its residents. Clinic hours are weekdays from 8:30 AM to 5:15 PM, with closures on weekends, public holidays, and the year-end and New Year period. The facility offers parking, making it convenient for patients to visit by car in this mountainous area where public transportation is limited. English-language support is also available, providing a degree of accommodation for those who use languages other than Japanese. The center functions as part of the village's public medical and health infrastructure, working in coordination with related services such as a comprehensive support center for child-rearing generations to provide comprehensive maternal and child health support for the community.