Healthcare in Narka, KS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.6%
7.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.7%
1.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.6%
0.7pp above 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
36.9%
Arthritis
28.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.2%
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
17.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.7%
Loneliness
29.7%
Lack of Support
21.4%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
33.3%
Mobility
15.4%
Cognitive
16.3%
Hearing
8.6%
Vision
5.2%
Self-Care
4.5%
Independent Living
8.9%
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
14.4 mi
Republic County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republic County Hospital | 14.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Thayer County Health Services | 14.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Jefferson Community Health & Life | 17.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Washington County Hospital | 21.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hanover Hospital | 29.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Narka has an obesity rate of 43.6%, which is 7.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.7%, 1.8pp below the national average. About 9.0% of adults lack health insurance. 75.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.