Healthcare in Jean Lafitte, LA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.6%
4.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
29.0%
5.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.9%
3.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.8%
1.8pp 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
39.4%
Arthritis
31.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.9%
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
20.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
29.0%
Loneliness
37.3%
Lack of Support
27.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.1%
Mobility
17.7%
Cognitive
19.7%
Hearing
9.3%
Vision
6.2%
Self-Care
4.9%
Independent Living
10.4%
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
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.4 mi
West Jefferson Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Jefferson Medical Center | 4.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Touro Infirmary | 11.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Community Care Hospital | 11.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| St Charles Surgical Hospital | 12.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Childrens Hospital | 13.3 mi | Childrens | — | ✓ |
Jean Lafitte has an obesity rate of 40.6%, which is 4.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 29.0%, 5.5pp above the national average. About 8.8% of adults lack health insurance. 81.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.0 out of 5.