Northern Mariana Islands

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Northern Mariana Islands

Northern Mariana Islands (pronunciation: /ˈnɔːrðərn məˈrɪənə ˈaɪləndz/) is a group of 14 islands located in the western Pacific Ocean. The islands are a commonwealth of the United States.

Etymology

The name "Mariana" comes from Queen Mariana of Austria, widow of Spain's Philip IV. The islands were named in her honor by Spanish explorers in the late 17th century.

Geography

The Northern Mariana Islands are part of the Mariana Archipelago, which also includes Guam, the southernmost island. The islands are divided into four municipalities: Saipan, Tinian, Rota, and the Northern Islands.

Health Care

Health care in the Northern Mariana Islands is primarily provided by the Commonwealth Health Care Corporation (CHCC), which operates the only hospital in the territory, the Commonwealth Health Center. There are also several clinics and health centers throughout the islands.

Related Terms

  • Commonwealth: A political entity characterized by a union of states or territories, often with shared sovereignty with a central government.
  • Mariana Archipelago: A group of islands in the western Pacific Ocean, including the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam.
  • Saipan: The largest island and capital of the Northern Mariana Islands.
  • Tinian: An island in the Northern Mariana Islands, known for its historical significance in World War II.
  • Rota: An island in the Northern Mariana Islands, known for its natural beauty and cultural heritage.
  • Northern Islands: The northernmost islands in the Northern Mariana Islands, largely uninhabited due to volcanic activity.

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