Healthcare in Ashland, KS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.3%
1.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.7%
2.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.1%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.0%
1.6pp 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
38.1%
Arthritis
30.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.5%
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
15.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.7%
Loneliness
29.9%
Lack of Support
19.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.8%
Mobility
15.3%
Cognitive
14.1%
Hearing
8.7%
Vision
4.7%
Self-Care
3.8%
Independent Living
8.0%
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
1.5 mi
Ashland Health Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland Health Center | 1.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Minneola District Hospital | 20.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Harper County Community Hospital | 25.6 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Comanche County Hospital | 27.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Meade District Hospital | 30.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Ashland has an obesity rate of 37.3%, which is 1.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.7%, 2.8pp below the national average. About 9.0% of adults lack health insurance. 78.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.