Healthcare in Why, AZ
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
29.5%
6.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.4%
3.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.0%
3.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.2%
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
47.7%
Arthritis
38.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
15.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.5%
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
13.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.4%
Loneliness
28.5%
Lack of Support
23.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.8%
Mobility
20.1%
Cognitive
12.8%
Hearing
15.2%
Vision
6.2%
Self-Care
4.6%
Independent Living
8.2%
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
44.9 mi
Sells Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sells Hospital | 44.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Why has an obesity rate of 29.5%, which is 6.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.4%, 3.1pp below the national average. About 10.2% of adults lack health insurance. 82.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.