Healthcare in Dry Prong, LA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.2%
near the national average
Depression Rate
29.0%
5.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.2%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
3.7pp 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
40.2%
Arthritis
31.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.7%
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
19.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
29.0%
Loneliness
35.9%
Lack of Support
26.1%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.0%
Mobility
15.8%
Cognitive
17.6%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
4.9%
Self-Care
3.9%
Independent Living
9.1%
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
1
Nearest Hospital
20.6 mi
Alexandria Va Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Va Medical Center | 20.6 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | — | — |
| Central Louisiana State Hospital | 20.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Alexandria Emergency Hospital | 20.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Longleaf Hospital | 20.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Alexandria | 20.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Dry Prong has an obesity rate of 36.2%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 29.0%, 5.5pp above the national average. About 6.9% of adults lack health insurance. 80.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 1 offers emergency services.