Healthcare in Calais, ME
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.4%
3.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.8%
4.3pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.8%
1.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.2%
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
37.3%
Arthritis
37.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.6%
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
20.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.8%
Loneliness
35.8%
Lack of Support
24.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
41.3%
Mobility
19.2%
Cognitive
18.6%
Hearing
10.3%
Vision
6.0%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
10.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
2
With Emergency Services
2
Nearest Hospital
In city
Calais Community Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calais Community Hospital | In city | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Down East Community Hospital | 34.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Calais has an obesity rate of 39.4%, which is 3.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.8%, 4.3pp above the national average. About 10.2% of adults lack health insurance. 81.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services.