Healthcare in Northwood, ND
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.1%
1.0pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.1%
2.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.5%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.4%
4.2pp 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
39.1%
Arthritis
31.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.9%
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
12.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.1%
Loneliness
28.1%
Lack of Support
19.1%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.6%
Mobility
13.2%
Cognitive
11.3%
Hearing
9.8%
Vision
4.1%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
7.0%
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
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.4 mi
Northwood Deaconess Health Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood Deaconess Health Center | 3.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Sanford Mayville | 21.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Altru Hospital | 21.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Nelson County Health System | 27.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Cooperstown Medical Center | 32.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Northwood has an obesity rate of 35.1%, which is 1.0pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.1%, 2.4pp below the national average. About 6.4% of adults lack health insurance. 77.8% 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 3.0 out of 5.