Healthcare in Prospect, LA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.7%
2.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
32.9%
9.4pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.5%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.5%
1.1pp 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
36.6%
Arthritis
28.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
24.5%
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
23.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
32.9%
Loneliness
39.2%
Lack of Support
27.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.6%
Mobility
16.9%
Cognitive
22.3%
Hearing
8.1%
Vision
6.4%
Self-Care
4.7%
Independent Living
11.8%
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
11.8 mi
Alexandria Emergency Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Emergency Hospital | 11.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Longleaf Hospital | 11.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Alexandria | 11.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Alexandria Va Medical Center | 11.9 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | — | — |
| Central Louisiana State Hospital | 11.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Prospect has an obesity rate of 38.7%, which is 2.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 32.9%, 9.4pp above the national average. About 9.5% of adults lack health insurance. 78.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 1 offers emergency services.