Healthcare in Port Lions, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.6%
4.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.2%
4.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.1%
4.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.8%
near 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
39.9%
Arthritis
30.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.7%
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
16.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.2%
Loneliness
33.2%
Lack of Support
27.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.8%
Mobility
20.3%
Cognitive
16.3%
Hearing
12.6%
Vision
8.1%
Self-Care
5.5%
Independent Living
10.7%
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
23.1 mi
Providence Kodiak Island Medical Ctr
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Kodiak Island Medical Ctr | 23.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Port Lions has an obesity rate of 40.6%, which is 4.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.2%, 4.3pp below the national average. About 10.8% of adults lack health insurance. 71.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.