Healthcare in Gail, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
33.4%
2.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
24.1%
0.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.8%
1.1pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.8%
1.2pp 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
36.9%
Arthritis
25.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.6%
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
16.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.5%
Mobility
13.4%
Cognitive
13.8%
Hearing
6.8%
Vision
4.4%
Self-Care
3.3%
Independent Living
7.6%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Nearest Hospital
30.8 mi
Medical Arts Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Arts Hospital | 30.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Cogdell Memorial Hospital | 31.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Lynn County Hospital District | 35.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Big Spring State Hospital | 37.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Scenic Mountain Medical Center | 39.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Gail has an obesity rate of 33.4%, which is 2.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 24.1%, 0.6pp above the national average. About 11.8% of adults lack health insurance. 75.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services.