Healthcare in De Soto, MS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.3%
5.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.6%
1.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
22.5%
10.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.7%
2.1pp 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
45.3%
Arthritis
42.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
23.6%
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
18.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.6%
Loneliness
36.9%
Lack of Support
28.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
50.3%
Mobility
31.6%
Cognitive
21.5%
Hearing
12.0%
Vision
11.5%
Self-Care
9.1%
Independent Living
16.2%
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
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.8 mi
Ochsner Watkins Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Watkins Hospital | 8.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Wayne General Hospital | 19.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Ochsner Rush Hospital | 22.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Anderson Regional Medical Center South Campus | 22.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Anderson Regional Medical Center | 22.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
De Soto has an obesity rate of 41.3%, which is 5.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.6%, 1.9pp below the national average. About 12.7% of adults lack health insurance. 85.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.3 out of 5.