Healthcare in Las Animas, CO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
34.4%
1.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
24.1%
0.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
17.2%
5.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
21.0%
10.4pp 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
38.1%
Arthritis
33.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
21.1%
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
18.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
43.4%
Mobility
23.2%
Cognitive
20.9%
Hearing
11.6%
Vision
10.9%
Self-Care
7.7%
Independent Living
13.4%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
2
With Emergency Services
2
Nearest Hospital
32.5 mi
Prowers Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prowers Medical Center | 32.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Weisbrod Memorial County Hospital | 33.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Las Animas has an obesity rate of 34.4%, which is 1.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 24.1%, 0.6pp above the national average. About 21.0% of adults lack health insurance. 73.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services.