Healthcare in Newellton, LA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
49.5%
13.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.0%
0.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
22.8%
10.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.4%
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
41.0%
Arthritis
36.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
24.3%
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
20.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.0%
Loneliness
38.9%
Lack of Support
33.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
47.3%
Mobility
27.1%
Cognitive
21.1%
Hearing
9.1%
Vision
11.0%
Self-Care
8.6%
Independent Living
14.7%
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
5
Nearest Hospital
16.0 mi
Claiborne County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claiborne County Hospital | 16.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Madison Parish Hospital | 19.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Franklin Medical Center | 27.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Richland Parish Hospital-Delhi | 28.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Jefferson County Hospital | 29.1 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
Newellton has an obesity rate of 49.5%, which is 13.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.0%, 0.5pp above the national average. About 10.4% of adults lack health insurance. 85.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.