Healthcare in Brookston, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.5%
1.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.8%
1.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.2%
3.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.8%
2.2pp 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
39.3%
Arthritis
29.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.0%
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
17.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.8%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.4%
Mobility
18.1%
Cognitive
15.5%
Hearing
8.4%
Vision
6.1%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
9.5%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
6.1 mi
Paris Regional Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris Regional Medical Center | 6.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Tmc- Bonham Hospital | 27.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Choctaw Memorial Hospital | 28.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Christus Mother Frances Hospital Sulphur Springs | 31.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Hunt Regional Medical Center | 38.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Brookston has an obesity rate of 37.5%, which is 1.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.8%, 1.7pp below the national average. About 12.8% of adults lack health insurance. 76.1% 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 2.5 out of 5.