These 12 Counties Have The Healthiest People In All Of Mississippi
Let’s face it, Mississippi isn’t exactly known for being among the nation’s healthiest states. In fact, it’s the opposite. The Magnolia State has consistently come in last place in studies like this one by America’s Health Rankings. However, we decided to focus on the positive and, with the help of County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, put together this list of the healthiest counties in Mississippi. For County Health Rankings & Roadmaps’ complete report, (which considered things such as length of life, quality of life, health behaviors, clinical care, social and economic factors, and physical environment), click here.
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Percent of Adult Residents in Poor or Fair Health: 18%
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Percent of Adult Residents in Poor or Fair Health: 23%
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Percent of Adult Residents in Poor or Fair Health: 29%
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Percent of Adult Residents in Poor or Fair Health: 22%
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Percent of Adult Residents in Poor or Fair Health: 20%
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Percent of Adult Residents in Poor or Fair Health: 19%
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Percent of Adult Residents in Poor or Fair Health: 18%
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Percent of Adult Residents in Poor or Fair Health: 15%
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Percent of Adult Residents in Poor or Fair Health: 15%
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Percent of Adult Residents in Poor or Fair Health: 19%
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Percent of Adult Residents in Poor or Fair Health: 16%
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Percent of Adult Residents in Poor or Fair Health: 15%
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