Healthcare in Western, NE
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.4%
4.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
17.0%
6.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.3%
1.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.8%
2.8pp below 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
38.8%
Arthritis
31.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.6%
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
12.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
17.0%
Loneliness
28.6%
Lack of Support
19.3%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
30.2%
Mobility
15.0%
Cognitive
10.9%
Hearing
9.8%
Vision
4.5%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
6.9%
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
Nearest Hospital
16.7 mi
Jefferson Community Health & Life
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Community Health & Life | 16.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Friend Community Healthcare System | 17.1 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Crete Area Medical Center | 20.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Fillmore County Hospital | 22.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Thayer County Health Services | 25.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Western has an obesity rate of 40.4%, which is 4.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 17.0%, 6.5pp below the national average. About 7.8% of adults lack health insurance. 78.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.