Healthcare in Dows, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.2%
3.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.0%
4.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.1%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.5%
1.1pp below 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
36.8%
Arthritis
27.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.7%
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
15.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.0%
Loneliness
31.1%
Lack of Support
23.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.3%
Mobility
13.5%
Cognitive
13.3%
Hearing
8.6%
Vision
4.5%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
7.2%
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
Nearest Hospital
13.6 mi
Iowa Specialty Hospital - Clarion
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Clarion | 13.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond | 14.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Franklin General Hospital | 15.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hansen Family Hospital | 16.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Van Diest Medical Center | 21.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Dows has an obesity rate of 39.2%, which is 3.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.0%, 4.5pp below the national average. About 9.5% of adults lack health insurance. 77.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.