Fast Facts: Rates of Chronic Conditions Consistently Higher Among Adults in Rural Areas
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Description
Compares the prevalence of chronic health conditions and associated risk factors in rural and urban areas, utilizing 2023 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data. Includes data on health conditions including obesity, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and depression, among others. Includes state-by-state rural health data for select conditions.
Date
09/2025
Organization
America's Health Rankings
Tagged as
Arthritis
· Cancer
· Cardiovascular disease
· Chronic respiratory conditions
· Diabetes
· Health conditions
· Mental health conditions
· Obesity and weight control
· Rural-urban differences
· Statistics and data