Healthcare in Bear Creek, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
31.6%
4.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.5%
4.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.5%
3.4pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.4%
2.2pp 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
36.3%
Arthritis
23.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.0%
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
14.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.5%
Loneliness
30.9%
Lack of Support
21.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
25.9%
Mobility
10.6%
Cognitive
12.0%
Hearing
7.2%
Vision
3.8%
Self-Care
3.1%
Independent Living
6.4%
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
6.8 mi
Providence Seward Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Seward Hospital | 6.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Bear Creek has an obesity rate of 31.6%, which is 4.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.5%, 4.0pp below the national average. About 8.4% of adults lack health insurance. 64.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.