Healthcare in Gough, GA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
45.9%
9.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
18.3%
5.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
24.8%
12.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.3%
7.7pp 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
41.7%
Arthritis
35.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
35.1%
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
20.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.3%
Loneliness
41.1%
Lack of Support
33.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
45.2%
Mobility
28.7%
Cognitive
20.4%
Hearing
7.9%
Vision
12.3%
Self-Care
10.0%
Independent Living
16.1%
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
4
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.8 mi
Jefferson Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Hospital | 8.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Burke Medical Center | 14.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Jenkins County Medical Center | 23.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Emanuel Medical Center | 33.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| University Mcduffie County Regional Medical Center | 33.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Gough has an obesity rate of 45.9%, which is 9.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 18.3%, 5.2pp below the national average. About 18.3% of adults lack health insurance. 82.1% 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 4.0 out of 5.