Healthcare in La Ward, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.1%
near the national average
Depression Rate
22.9%
0.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.2%
1.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.6%
8.0pp 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
36.9%
Arthritis
24.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.1%
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
17.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.9%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
34.2%
Mobility
15.6%
Cognitive
16.1%
Hearing
7.8%
Vision
6.1%
Self-Care
4.1%
Independent Living
8.7%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
17.2 mi
Palacios Community Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palacios Community Medical Center | 17.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Memorial Medical Center | 18.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Jackson Healthcare Center | 20.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| El Campo Memorial Hospital | 27.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Citizens Medical Center | 31.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
La Ward has an obesity rate of 36.1%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 22.9%, 0.6pp below the national average. About 18.6% of adults lack health insurance. 74.2% 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 3.0 out of 5.