Healthcare in Kerens, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.2%
2.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.2%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.2%
4.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.1%
4.5pp 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
29.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
24.0%
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
18.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.2%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
37.1%
Mobility
19.2%
Cognitive
16.7%
Hearing
8.5%
Vision
7.1%
Self-Care
5.4%
Independent Living
10.6%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
17.6 mi
Navarro Regional Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navarro Regional Hospital | 17.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Ut Health East Texas Athens Hospital | 18.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Ennis Regional Medical Center | 25.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Freestone Medical Center | 25.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman | 30.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Kerens has an obesity rate of 38.2%, which is 2.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.2%, near the national average. About 15.1% of adults lack health insurance. 77.2% 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.