Healthcare in Houston, MS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
45.1%
9.0pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.2%
3.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
19.1%
7.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.0%
4.4pp 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
41.0%
Arthritis
33.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.2%
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
19.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.2%
Loneliness
37.4%
Lack of Support
30.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
45.4%
Mobility
24.9%
Cognitive
21.0%
Hearing
9.3%
Vision
10.1%
Self-Care
7.6%
Independent Living
14.0%
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
4
Nearest Hospital
2.3 mi
Progressive Health Group Of Houston
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progressive Health Group Of Houston | 2.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Progressive Health Group Of Houston | 2.3 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Bmh-Calhoun | 20.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Pontotoc Health Service Inc Cah | 22.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Monroe Regional Hospital | 25.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Houston has an obesity rate of 45.1%, which is 9.0pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.2%, 3.3pp below the national average. About 15.0% of adults lack health insurance. 81.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services.