Healthcare in Kentwood, LA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
52.9%
16.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.0%
0.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
24.1%
12.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.3%
1.7pp above 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
39.7%
Arthritis
36.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
26.2%
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
22.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.0%
Loneliness
42.3%
Lack of Support
35.4%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
49.4%
Mobility
28.9%
Cognitive
23.7%
Hearing
8.6%
Vision
12.6%
Self-Care
9.9%
Independent Living
16.5%
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
Nearest Hospital
3.0 mi
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Kentwood
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Kentwood | 3.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Beacham Memorial Hospital | 12.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| St Helena Parish Hospital | 14.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Lallie Kemp Medical Center | 21.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Riverside Medical Center | 25.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Kentwood has an obesity rate of 52.9%, which is 16.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.0%, 0.5pp above the national average. About 12.3% of adults lack health insurance. 84.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services.