Healthcare in George, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.5%
1.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
18.4%
5.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.5%
0.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
3.7pp 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
37.9%
Arthritis
31.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.4%
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
15.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.4%
Loneliness
31.8%
Lack of Support
23.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
32.4%
Mobility
15.7%
Cognitive
13.1%
Hearing
10.0%
Vision
4.6%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
8.1%
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
5
Nearest Hospital
10.1 mi
Avera Merrill Pioneer Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera Merrill Pioneer Hospital | 10.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Sanford Sheldon Medical Center | 13.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Osceola Community Hospital | 14.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hegg Memorial Health Center | 19.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Sioux Center Health | 20.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
George has an obesity rate of 37.5%, which is 1.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 18.4%, 5.1pp below the national average. About 6.9% of adults lack health insurance. 79.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.