Healthcare in Dierks, AR
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.0%
1.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
26.3%
2.8pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.4%
3.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.8%
1.2pp 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
41.7%
Arthritis
34.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.4%
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
19.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.3%
Loneliness
34.6%
Lack of Support
26.1%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
44.3%
Mobility
22.3%
Cognitive
19.8%
Hearing
11.6%
Vision
7.4%
Self-Care
5.6%
Independent Living
11.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Nearest Hospital
13.2 mi
Howard Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Memorial Hospital | 13.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Sevier County Medical Center | 20.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Little River Memorial Hospital | 32.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mena Regional Health System | 36.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Southwest Regional Medical Center Llc | 41.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Dierks has an obesity rate of 38.0%, which is 1.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 26.3%, 2.8pp above the national average. About 11.8% of adults lack health insurance. 79.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.