Blendon, MI is a small town located in the Midwest of the United States. It has a population of around 3,000 people and is known for its close-knit community and strong sense of camaraderie. In terms of healthcare, Blendon has two hospitals that provide care to its citizens. These hospitals offer a wide range of services including emergency care, laboratory services, surgery centers, rehabilitation facilities and more. In addition to these hospitals, there are a few medical facilities located in the town which provide additional health services such as physical therapy, dental care, mental health counseling and primary care. The healthcare in Blendon is comprehensive and ensures that all residents have access to quality healthcare services. The town also has several clinics and pharmacies that are open to anyone who needs them. With such a variety of options available for their health needs, residents of Blendon can rest assured knowing they will receive excellent medical care when needed.
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 132 physicians per 100,000 population in Blendon. The US average is 210 per 100,000 people.
Health Cost Index
The annual BestPlaces Health Cost Index for the Blendon area is 88.7 (lower=better). The US average is 100.
88.7 / 100
Example: 110 = 10% more expensive than national average.
Water Qualtiy Index
The annual BestPlaces Water Quality Index for the Blendon area is 36 (100=best). The US average is 55.
36 / 100
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 Blendon area is 90 (100=best). The US average is 87.
90 / 100
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 Blendon commutes 21.3 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 Blendon area is 79 (100=best). The US average is 58.
79 / 100
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.