Healthcare in Sacred Heart University, CT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
12.8%
23.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
24.8%
1.3pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
0.6%
11.3pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.0%
4.6pp below 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
12.4%
Arthritis
2.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
0.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
5.5%
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
21.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.8%
Loneliness
46.7%
Lack of Support
24.4%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
15.3%
Mobility
1.2%
Cognitive
13.8%
Hearing
1.2%
Vision
1.7%
Self-Care
0.5%
Independent Living
5.1%
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
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.1 mi
St Vincent'S Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Vincent'S Medical Center | 2.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Bridgeport Hospital | 4.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System | 4.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Griffin Hospital | 11.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Silver Hill Hospital Inc | 14.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Sacred Heart University has an obesity rate of 12.8%, which is 23.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 24.8%, 1.3pp above the national average. About 6.0% of adults lack health insurance. 68.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.3 out of 5.