Healthcare in Lake Andes, SD
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.7%
6.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.5%
2.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.9%
5.0pp 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
34.7%
Arthritis
29.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
23.1%
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
18.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
40.9%
Mobility
20.1%
Cognitive
18.6%
Hearing
12.1%
Vision
8.8%
Self-Care
5.9%
Independent Living
12.4%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Nearest Hospital
13.8 mi
Douglas County Memorial Hospital-Cah
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas County Memorial Hospital-Cah | 13.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Wagner Community Memorial Hospital - Cah | 14.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Niobrara Valley Hospital | 24.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Platte Health Center | 27.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Avera St Benedict Health Center - Cah | 33.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | — |
Lake Andes has an obesity rate of 42.7%, which is 6.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.5%, 2.0pp below the national average. About 12.6% of adults lack health insurance. 76.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services.