Healthcare in Fossil, OR
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.6%
0.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
26.0%
2.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.3%
4.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.9%
2.7pp 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
41.0%
Arthritis
40.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
13.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.8%
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
16.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.1%
Mobility
21.1%
Cognitive
15.5%
Hearing
12.1%
Vision
6.5%
Self-Care
5.1%
Independent Living
10.5%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
2
With Emergency Services
2
Nearest Hospital
42.4 mi
Pioneer Memorial Hospital (Heppner)
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Memorial Hospital (Heppner) | 42.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| St Charles Madras | 46.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Fossil has an obesity rate of 35.6%, which is 0.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 26.0%, 2.5pp above the national average. About 7.9% of adults lack health insurance. 78.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services.