Healthcare in Malcolm, AL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
46.6%
10.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.6%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
20.7%
8.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
1.7pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Source: CDC PLACESAge-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
44.3%
Arthritis
39.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
23.7%
Health Risk Behaviors
Source: CDC PLACESPrevention & Screening
Source: CDC PLACESGreen bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Source: CDC PLACESFrequent Mental Distress
18.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.6%
Loneliness
36.6%
Lack of Support
28.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
42.6%
Mobility
24.2%
Cognitive
17.4%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
8.1%
Self-Care
6.8%
Independent Living
12.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
21.4 mi
Jackson Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Medical Center | 21.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Washington County Hospital | 24.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| North Baldwin Infirmary | 28.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Atmore Community Hospital | 30.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Usa Health University Hospital | 33.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Malcolm has an obesity rate of 46.6%, which is 10.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.6%, near the national average. About 8.9% of adults lack health insurance. 84.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.0 out of 5.