Healthcare in Laredo, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.2%
6.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.3%
4.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.4%
4.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
35.7%
25.1pp 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
33.7%
Arthritis
18.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.6%
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
17.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.3%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
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Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.7%
Mobility
18.6%
Cognitive
19.1%
Hearing
7.1%
Vision
10.9%
Self-Care
6.2%
Independent Living
10.6%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
2
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.6 mi
Doctors Hospital Of Laredo
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors Hospital Of Laredo | 4.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Laredo Medical Center | 23.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Laredo has an obesity rate of 42.2%, which is 6.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.3%, 4.2pp below the national average. About 35.7% of adults lack health insurance. 70.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.5 out of 5.