Healthcare in De Kalb, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.0%
near the national average
Depression Rate
22.8%
0.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.7%
3.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.5%
2.9pp 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
39.1%
Arthritis
31.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.0%
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
17.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.8%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.9%
Mobility
19.6%
Cognitive
15.5%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
6.6%
Self-Care
5.1%
Independent Living
10.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
26.9 mi
Mccurtain Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mccurtain Memorial Hospital | 26.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Christus St Michael Health System | 27.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Wadley Regional Medical Center | 29.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Titus Regional Medical Center | 29.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Little River Memorial Hospital | 29.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
De Kalb has an obesity rate of 36.0%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 22.8%, 0.7pp below the national average. About 13.5% 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.