Healthcare in Guyton, GA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.8%
3.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.0%
2.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.1%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.4%
1.8pp 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
34.7%
Arthritis
24.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.4%
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
18.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.0%
Loneliness
36.9%
Lack of Support
24.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
30.3%
Mobility
13.0%
Cognitive
15.7%
Hearing
5.6%
Vision
5.1%
Self-Care
3.9%
Independent Living
8.8%
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
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
7.0 mi
Effingham Health System
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Effingham Health System | 7.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Coastal Carolina Hospital | 20.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Candler Hospital | 23.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| St Joseph'S Hospital - Savannah | 25.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| East Georgia Regional Medical Center | 26.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Guyton has an obesity rate of 39.8%, which is 3.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.0%, 2.5pp below the national average. About 12.4% of adults lack health insurance. 76.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.8 out of 5.