Healthcare in Sharon, MS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.1%
3.0pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.5%
3.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.0%
4.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.6%
near 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
43.6%
Arthritis
35.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.1%
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
16.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.5%
Loneliness
34.8%
Lack of Support
26.3%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
40.6%
Mobility
21.0%
Cognitive
17.3%
Hearing
11.1%
Vision
6.7%
Self-Care
5.2%
Independent Living
10.6%
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
1.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
7.8 mi
South Central Reg Med Ctr
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Reg Med Ctr | 7.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Jasper General Hospital | 15.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Wayne General Hospital | 26.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Covington County Hospital Cah | 29.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Perry County General Hospital | 31.2 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
Sharon has an obesity rate of 39.1%, which is 3.0pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.5%, 3.0pp below the national average. About 10.6% of adults lack health insurance. 81.5% 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 1.5 out of 5.