Healthcare in Jennings, LA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.7%
7.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.2%
3.7pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.9%
5.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.3%
near 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
41.3%
Arthritis
32.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.3%
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
20.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.2%
Loneliness
38.3%
Lack of Support
30.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
44.7%
Mobility
22.4%
Cognitive
21.1%
Hearing
10.0%
Vision
8.2%
Self-Care
6.3%
Independent Living
12.7%
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
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.1 mi
Ochsner American Legion Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner American Legion Hospital | 3.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Compass Senior Care Hospital | 3.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Acadia General Hospital | 16.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Acadian Medical Center | 22.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Allen Parish Hospital | 23.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Jennings has an obesity rate of 43.7%, which is 7.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.2%, 3.7pp above the national average. About 10.3% of adults lack health insurance. 81.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.3 out of 5.