Healthcare in Altha, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.0%
2.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.7%
1.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.7%
1.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.0%
2.4pp 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
40.6%
Arthritis
30.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.9%
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
19.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.4%
Mobility
17.5%
Cognitive
17.2%
Hearing
8.6%
Vision
6.4%
Self-Care
5.0%
Independent Living
10.2%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
1.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
12.9 mi
Calhoun-Liberty Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calhoun-Liberty Hospital | 12.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Jackson Hospital | 20.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Florida State Hospital Unit 31 Med | 21.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Florida State Hospital Unit 14 Psych | 21.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Northwest Florida Community Hospital | 26.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
Altha has an obesity rate of 39.0%, which is 2.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.7%, 1.8pp below the national average. About 13.0% of adults lack health insurance. 77.3% 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 1.0 out of 5.