Healthcare in Watson, MN
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.8%
4.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.2%
1.7pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.3%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.6%
2.0pp 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
34.8%
Arthritis
26.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.7%
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
16.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.2%
Loneliness
30.3%
Lack of Support
21.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.5%
Mobility
14.6%
Cognitive
14.7%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
4.9%
Self-Care
4.0%
Independent Living
8.6%
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
4.6 mi
Chippewa County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chippewa County Hospital | 4.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Johnson Memorial Hospital | 13.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Avera Granite Falls | 18.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Appleton Area Health | 19.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Madison Hospital | 20.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Watson has an obesity rate of 40.8%, which is 4.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.2%, 1.7pp above the national average. About 8.6% of adults lack health insurance. 74.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.