Healthcare in Darling, MS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
51.5%
15.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.6%
3.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
22.1%
10.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.6%
5.0pp 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
38.1%
Arthritis
32.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
29.0%
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
21.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.6%
Loneliness
41.5%
Lack of Support
34.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
48.3%
Mobility
27.5%
Cognitive
23.8%
Hearing
7.7%
Vision
12.9%
Self-Care
9.4%
Independent Living
17.1%
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
5.1 mi
Quitman Community Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quitman Community Hospital | 5.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Panola Medical Center | 18.8 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Northwest Missississippi Regional Medical Center | 23.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Highland Hills Medical Center | 25.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Tallahatchie General Hospital-Cah | 27.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Darling has an obesity rate of 51.5%, which is 15.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.6%, 3.9pp below the national average. About 15.6% of adults lack health insurance. 84.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.