Healthcare in Downs, KS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.8%
2.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.7%
3.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.3%
3.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.5%
3.1pp 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
42.4%
Arthritis
36.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
12.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.5%
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
14.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.7%
Loneliness
27.2%
Lack of Support
19.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
37.4%
Mobility
20.0%
Cognitive
14.0%
Hearing
12.1%
Vision
5.6%
Self-Care
4.6%
Independent Living
9.2%
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
13.5 mi
Osborne County Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osborne County Memorial Hospital | 13.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Smith County Memorial Hospital | 25.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems | 25.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Jewell County Hospital | 26.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Webster County Community Hospital | 41.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Downs has an obesity rate of 38.8%, which is 2.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.7%, 3.8pp below the national average. About 7.5% of adults lack health insurance. 81.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.