Healthcare in Avera, GA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.8%
1.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.8%
0.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.8%
4.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.0%
3.4pp 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
43.1%
Arthritis
34.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.8%
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
19.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.8%
Loneliness
38.8%
Lack of Support
24.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.7%
Mobility
21.5%
Cognitive
18.2%
Hearing
9.7%
Vision
7.6%
Self-Care
6.3%
Independent Living
12.3%
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
Nearest Hospital
15.0 mi
Jefferson Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Hospital | 15.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| University Mcduffie County Regional Medical Center | 22.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Washington County Regional Medical Center | 25.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Burke Medical Center | 32.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Wills Memorial Hospital | 38.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Avera has an obesity rate of 37.8%, which is 1.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.8%, 0.7pp below the national average. About 14.0% of adults lack health insurance. 78.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services.