Healthcare in New London, CT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.4%
near the national average
Depression Rate
23.8%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.1%
0.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.8%
4.2pp 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
32.6%
Arthritis
22.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.7%
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
19.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.8%
Loneliness
35.8%
Lack of Support
27.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
33.1%
Mobility
13.6%
Cognitive
17.9%
Hearing
5.8%
Vision
6.9%
Self-Care
4.6%
Independent Living
9.6%
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
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.1 mi
Lawrence & Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence & Memorial Hospital | 1.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| William W Backus Hospital | 14.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Westerly Hospital | 16.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Windham Community Memorial Hospital | 26.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Natchaug Hospital | 30.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
New London has an obesity rate of 36.4%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 23.8%, near the national average. About 14.8% of adults lack health insurance. 78.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.8 out of 5.