Where Russell Township residents get care
CDC publishes only some of its health estimates for Russell Township, not the seven a Health Grade needs; here is what we do have.
Modeled estimates for adults 18+, from ZIP codes 62439, 62427. How CDC estimates town health
What stands out about health in Russell Township
COPD, heart disease and cancer run high in Russell Township
1 in 10 adults have COPD (9.9%), vs 6.3% across Illinois. 1 in 12 adults have heart disease (8.4%), vs 5.9% across Illinois. Cancer is also above the state: 10.1%, vs 7.6% across Illinois. In all, Russell Township runs above Illinois on seven of 11 chronic conditions. Conditions ↓
Depression is more common in Russell Township
1 in 4 adults have been diagnosed with depression (23.6%), vs 19.8% across Illinois. Frequent mental distress is above the state too: 18%, vs 15.6% across Illinois. Mind & connection ↓
Smoking is more common in Russell Township
1 in 6 adults smoke cigarettes (16.8%), vs 12.1% across Illinois. Habits ↓
Written from the CDC, Medicare and HRSA data on this page. CDC PLACES 2025 release: modeled estimates for adults, not counts; “higher” and “lower” mean the Illinois figure falls outside Russell Township’s likely range; Russell Township’s figures come from ZIP codes 62439, 62427, which may reach past town lines.
Out of every 100 Russell Township adults…
Russell Township runs above IL on 8 of 12 conditions. Tap one to see it as people.
How Russell Township adults are doing
On 2 of 4 measures, Russell Township runs above Illinois.
1 in 3 Russell Township adults feel lonely. A hello is a start.
Groups are the easiest way in: a walking group, a book club, your street.
If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. It’s free, confidential and open 24/7.
Everyday habits, side by side with Illinois
Share of adults, with the Illinois figure marked.
Walk with neighbors
The easiest exercise habit to keep is one with company.
Care in and near Russell Township
No hospital or community health center in Russell Township itself. These are the nearest.
Hospitals: Medicare overall star ratings, 1–5. Community health centers charge on a sliding scale by income. Distances are straight-line from the center of Russell Township; ≈ marks a hospital located by its town, not its street. Shortage areas: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas (a “population” designation covers specific residents, such as those with low incomes).
Keeping up with care
Share of Russell Township adults getting routine care. The full ring is 100%; the dark tick marks Illinois.
Making ends meet
Needs that shape health as much as any doctor visit: food, housing, utilities and a way to get around.
15.8% of Russell Township adults receive SNAP (food stamps), compared with 13.8% across Illinois.
Russell Township and the towns around it
How health changes across the town line.
Nearby towns are shaded from CDC’s estimates for their ZIP codes, or CDC’s own figure for cities and villages.
Health next door
| Town | Health | Obesity | Diabetes | Smoking | Figures from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allison Township | — | — | — | — | |
| Bond Township | — | — | — | — | |
| Montgomery Township | — | — | — | — |
Allison Township, Bond Township and Montgomery Township: fewer than 1,000 residents. Same-state neighbors only, ordered by length of shared border.
Living with a disability
Shown without a better/worse judgment.
of Russell Township adults live with a disability (Illinois 27.6%). Walking or climbing stairs is the most common.
Questions about health in Russell Township
Why doesn’t Russell Township have a Health Grade?
Every Health Grade is built from seven of CDC’s PLACES estimates, and CDC doesn’t publish all seven for Russell Township.
What hospital is closest to Russell Township?
Lawrence County Memorial Hospital in Lawrenceville, 9.0 miles in a straight line from Russell Township’s center point, is the nearest general hospital with an emergency room. It has no Medicare star rating.
Where can I get low-cost care near Russell Township?
6 community health center sites are within 10 miles; the nearest is Green Door Center in Vincennes, 9.5 miles away. They charge on a sliding scale by income.
Neighbors talk health
Doctors taking patients, urgent care, staying active in Russell Township.
Health estimates: CDC PLACES: Local Data for Better Health, 2025 release. The Illinois figure combines its counties, weighted by adult population. Hospitals and star ratings: Medicare Care Compare (CMS). Health centers and shortage areas: HRSA. Ages: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey. Town boundaries: U.S. Census Bureau. This page isn’t medical advice. In an emergency, call 911.