Healthcare in Kwethluk, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.9%
5.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.7%
1.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.8%
3.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.6%
8.0pp 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
31.9%
Arthritis
24.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
46.0%
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
23.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.7%
Loneliness
38.9%
Lack of Support
38.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
48.2%
Mobility
22.9%
Cognitive
26.0%
Hearing
13.2%
Vision
13.9%
Self-Care
7.9%
Independent Living
17.8%
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
14.9 mi
Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital | 14.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Kwethluk has an obesity rate of 41.9%, which is 5.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.7%, 1.8pp below the national average. About 18.6% of adults lack health insurance. 62.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.