Healthcare in New Augusta, MS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
48.8%
12.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.2%
2.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
19.9%
8.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.8%
2.2pp 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
42.6%
Arthritis
34.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
26.5%
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
19.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.2%
Loneliness
36.9%
Lack of Support
30.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
45.1%
Mobility
24.2%
Cognitive
20.9%
Hearing
9.6%
Vision
9.5%
Self-Care
7.5%
Independent Living
13.5%
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
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
14.1 mi
Forrest General Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forrest General Hospital | 14.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Perry County General Hospital | 15.9 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| South Mississippi State Hospital | 23.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Greene County Hospital | 24.1 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Merit Health Wesley | 24.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
New Augusta has an obesity rate of 48.8%, which is 12.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.2%, 2.3pp below the national average. About 12.8% of adults lack health insurance. 82.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.0 out of 5.