Healthcare in Akiachak, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.7%
5.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.7%
0.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.4%
3.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.3%
7.7pp above 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
31.7%
Arthritis
24.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
42.6%
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
24.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.7%
Loneliness
39.4%
Lack of Support
38.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
48.2%
Mobility
22.6%
Cognitive
26.5%
Hearing
12.9%
Vision
13.7%
Self-Care
7.7%
Independent Living
18.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
1
With Emergency Services
1
Nearest Hospital
18.8 mi
Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital | 18.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Akiachak has an obesity rate of 41.7%, which is 5.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.7%, 0.8pp below the national average. About 18.3% of adults lack health insurance. 63.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.