Healthcare in Helena-West Helena, AR
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
51.2%
15.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.8%
0.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
22.5%
10.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.4%
3.8pp 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
39.7%
Arthritis
35.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
35.8%
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
21.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.8%
Loneliness
39.5%
Lack of Support
35.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
49.4%
Mobility
28.9%
Cognitive
23.4%
Hearing
8.7%
Vision
12.4%
Self-Care
9.6%
Independent Living
16.5%
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
24.9 mi
Quitman Community Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quitman Community Hospital | 24.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Northwest Missississippi Regional Medical Center | 25.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Forrest City Medical Center | 32.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Highland Hills Medical Center | 40.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Panola Medical Center | 41.2 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
Helena-West Helena has an obesity rate of 51.2%, which is 15.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.8%, 0.7pp below the national average. About 14.4% of adults lack health insurance. 83.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.