La Russell, MO is a small town located in southeastern Missouri. It is a rural community with an estimated population of just over 500 people. Despite the small size of La Russell, healthcare options are surprisingly accessible. There are two local hospitals and numerous medical facilities within a 20-mile radius that offer a variety of services from preventive care to specialty treatments and surgeries. Citizens of La Russell have access to quality healthcare close to home, allowing them to receive the necessary treatments for any medical issues without having to travel great distances. The nearby medical facilities also provide opportunities for more specialized care when needed, which can be very beneficial for those living in rural areas like La Russell. Additionally, there are several health education programs available in the area designed to help La Russell citizens stay informed on the latest developments in health and wellness. These resources ensure that citizens have access not only to necessary medical care, but also the knowledge and tools they need to make good choices about their own health and well-being.
The health of a city has many different factors. It can refer to air quality, water quality, risk of getting respiratory disease or cancer. The people you live around can also affect your health as some places have lower or higher rates of physical activity, increased alcohol intake, smoking, obesity, and cancer rates.
Physicians per Capita
There are 285 physicians per 100,000 population in La Russell. The US average is 210 per 100,000 people.
Health Cost Index
The annual BestPlaces Health Cost Index for the La Russell area is 102.6 (lower=better). The US average is 100.
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Example: 110 = 10% more expensive than national average.
Water Qualtiy Index
The annual BestPlaces Water Quality Index for the La Russell area is 60 (100=best). The US average is 55.
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Note that this is a measure of Watershed quality, not the water that comes from your faucet. The EPA has stated that a healthy watershed is closely related to drinking water quality. The EPA has a complex method of measuring watershed quality using 15 indicators such as pH, chemicals, metals, and bacteria.
Superfund Index
The annual BestPlaces Superfund Index for the La Russell area is 81 (100=best). The US average is 87.
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The EPA's Superfund program is responsible for cleaning up some of our nation's most contaminated land. Our index is based on the number of active Superfund sites (over 15,000 in the United States), with particular attention paid to those on the National Priorities List which pose the greatest health danger.
Quick Facts
Commuting can effect your health. The average person in La Russell commutes 17.7 minutes one-way, which is shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
Air Quality Index
The annual BestPlaces Air Quality Index for the La Russell area is 70 (100=best). The US average is 58.
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This is based on new measures of hazardous air pollutants from the EPA, called the National Air Toxics Assessment. This analysis models respiratory illness and cancer risk down to the zip code level, providing better detail and insight than the previous analysis based solely on results from air monitoring stations.