Healthcare in Prentiss, MS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
44.8%
8.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
18.8%
4.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
22.0%
10.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.6%
2.0pp 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
44.4%
Arthritis
38.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
27.0%
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
17.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.8%
Loneliness
37.4%
Lack of Support
29.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
45.8%
Mobility
27.7%
Cognitive
19.2%
Hearing
11.7%
Vision
10.4%
Self-Care
8.1%
Independent Living
13.9%
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
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.9 mi
Jefferson Davis Community Hospital Cah
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Davis Community Hospital Cah | 1.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Lawrence County Hospital Cah | 16.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Covington County Hospital Cah | 18.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Magee General Hospital | 22.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Simpson General Hospital Cah | 24.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Prentiss has an obesity rate of 44.8%, which is 8.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 18.8%, 4.7pp below the national average. About 12.6% of adults lack health insurance. 84.8% 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 2.0 out of 5.