Healthcare in Lucas, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.9%
0.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.6%
1.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.3%
0.6pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.8%
2.8pp 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
35.4%
Arthritis
28.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.4%
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
17.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.6%
Loneliness
32.8%
Lack of Support
24.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
30.5%
Mobility
13.8%
Cognitive
15.0%
Hearing
8.5%
Vision
4.5%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
8.2%
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
8.7 mi
Lucas County Health Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucas County Health Center | 8.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Clarke County Hospital | 15.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Wayne County Hospital | 20.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Decatur County Hospital | 25.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Knoxville Hospital & Clinics | 26.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Lucas has an obesity rate of 36.9%, which is 0.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.6%, 1.9pp below the national average. About 7.8% of adults lack health insurance. 76.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.