Healthcare in Weldon, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.9%
3.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.4%
2.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.3%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.4%
3.2pp 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
37.6%
Arthritis
31.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.8%
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
17.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.4%
Loneliness
33.7%
Lack of Support
23.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
32.1%
Mobility
15.5%
Cognitive
15.1%
Hearing
9.1%
Vision
4.9%
Self-Care
4.0%
Independent Living
8.8%
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
9.5 mi
Clarke County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarke County Hospital | 9.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Decatur County Hospital | 11.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Wayne County Hospital | 23.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Lucas County Health Center | 24.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ringgold County Hospital | 29.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Weldon has an obesity rate of 39.9%, which is 3.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.4%, 2.1pp below the national average. About 7.4% of adults lack health insurance. 76.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.