Healthcare in Howe, IN
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.0%
3.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.7%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.0%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.0%
1.4pp 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
37.9%
Arthritis
26.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.7%
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
17.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.7%
Loneliness
33.7%
Lack of Support
25.4%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.4%
Mobility
13.2%
Cognitive
15.4%
Hearing
6.8%
Vision
4.5%
Self-Care
3.4%
Independent Living
7.4%
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
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
6.6 mi
Parkview Lagrange Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Lagrange Hospital | 6.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Sturgis Hospital | 7.4 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Parkview Noble Hospital | 20.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Three Rivers Health | 20.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | — |
| Cameron Memorial Community Hospital Inc | 21.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Howe has an obesity rate of 40.0%, which is 3.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.7%, near the national average. About 12.0% of adults lack health insurance. 76.6% 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 3.3 out of 5.