Healthcare in Canaan, VT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
34.2%
1.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
26.2%
2.7pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.8%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.2%
3.4pp below 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
37.4%
Arthritis
32.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.2%
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
17.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.2%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
32.3%
Mobility
15.2%
Cognitive
14.9%
Hearing
9.9%
Vision
5.3%
Self-Care
4.5%
Independent Living
8.7%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.6 mi
Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital | 10.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| North Country Hospital And Health Center | 33.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Weeks Medical Center | 35.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Androscoggin Valley Hospital | 37.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Littleton Regional Healthcare | 47.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Canaan has an obesity rate of 34.2%, which is 1.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 26.2%, 2.7pp above the national average. About 7.2% of adults lack health insurance. 77.1% 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 2.7 out of 5.