Healthcare in Tangipahoa, LA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
54.4%
18.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.9%
0.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
24.4%
12.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.8%
2.2pp 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
38.5%
Arthritis
34.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
25.6%
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
22.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.9%
Loneliness
42.7%
Lack of Support
37.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
48.4%
Mobility
27.8%
Cognitive
23.6%
Hearing
7.6%
Vision
12.5%
Self-Care
9.9%
Independent Living
16.0%
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
2.1 mi
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Kentwood
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Kentwood | 2.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| St Helena Parish Hospital | 14.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Beacham Memorial Hospital | 16.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Lallie Kemp Medical Center | 17.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Riverside Medical Center | 24.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Tangipahoa has an obesity rate of 54.4%, which is 18.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.9%, 0.6pp below the national average. About 12.8% of adults lack health insurance. 84.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services.