Healthcare in Waynesboro, GA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.9%
6.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.0%
3.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
20.0%
8.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.7%
5.1pp 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
38.8%
Arthritis
31.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
22.1%
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
20.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.0%
Loneliness
40.1%
Lack of Support
29.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
40.1%
Mobility
22.7%
Cognitive
19.1%
Hearing
7.1%
Vision
9.6%
Self-Care
7.6%
Independent Living
13.9%
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
2.1 mi
Burke Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burke Medical Center | 2.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Jenkins County Medical Center | 19.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Jefferson Hospital | 20.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Optim Medical Center - Screven | 33.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Emanuel Medical Center | 38.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Waynesboro has an obesity rate of 42.9%, which is 6.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.0%, 3.5pp below the national average. About 15.7% of adults lack health insurance. 81.3% 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.