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Maryland SHIP 2017 Tracker
The Maryland State Health Improvement Process (SHIP) launched in October 2011 to align and support existing community health improvement processes across the state as well as provide a broader framework for Maryland performance. The 2017 SHIP contains 39 objectives that are grouped into 5 focus areas, which are directly aligned with the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's vision areas as well as the Healthy People 2020 objectives:
- Healthy Beginnings
- Healthy Living
- Healthy Communities
- Access to Health Care
- Quality Preventive Care
Visit the SHIP website to learn more.
Indicator Gauge Icon Legend
Legend Colors
Red is bad, green is good, blue is not statistically different/neutral.
Compared to Distribution
the value is in the best half of communities.
the value is in the 2nd worst quarter of communities.
the value is in the worst quarter of communities.
Compared to Target
meets target; 
does not meet target.
Compared to a Single Value
lower than the comparison value;
higher than the comparison value;
not statistically different from comparison value.
Trend
non-significant change over time; 
significant change over time; 
no change over time.
Compared to Prior Value
higher than the previous measurement period;
lower than the previous measurement period;
no statistically different change from previous measurement period.
Health / Alcohol & Drug Use
Health / Alcohol & Drug Use
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Drug Use
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Drug Use
20.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
MD Value
(42.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(22.5 in 2017-2019)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Prior Value
(18.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(12.6)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the death rate due to drug use to 12.6 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Alcohol/Substance Abuse
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Alcohol/Substance Abuse
1,423.0
ER visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(2,017.0)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(1,134.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(1,400.9)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to alcohol and substance abuse to 1400.9 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Health / Cancer
Health / Cancer
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cancer
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cancer
133.4
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,080 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(141.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(146.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(147.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(147.4)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the overall cancer death rate to 147.4 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(169.2)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the overall cancer death rate to 169.2 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
HP 2030 Target
(122.7)
Health / Diabetes
Health / Diabetes
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Diabetes
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Diabetes
229.2
ER Visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(243.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(210.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(186.3)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to diabetes to 186.3 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(300.2)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to diabetes to 300.2 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Health / Family Planning
Health / Family Planning
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Teen Birth Rate: 15-19
County: Prince George's Teen Birth Rate: 15-19
13.9
Live births per 1,000 females aged 15-19
(2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
(2020)
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(11.3)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(13.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics
Prior Value
(16.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(17.8)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the teen birth rate to 17.8 births per 1,000 females aged 15-19.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(29.6)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the teen birth rate to 29.6 births per 1,000 females aged 15-19.</span></div>
Health / Health Care Access & Quality
Health / Health Care Access & Quality
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Adolescents who have had a Routine Checkup: Medicaid Population
County: Prince George's Adolescents who have had a Routine Checkup: Medicaid Population
53.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 22 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(49.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(51.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(57.4%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of adolescents ages 13 to 20 years old who have had an annual wellness checkup to 57.4%. </span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(54.3%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to increase the proportion of adolescents ages 13 to 20 years old who have had an annual wellness checkup to 54.3%. </span></div>
County: Prince George's People with a Usual Primary Care Provider
County: Prince George's People with a Usual Primary Care Provider
83.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(87.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(79.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(83.9%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of individuals with a specific source of ongoing care to 83.9%</span></div>
HP 2030 Target
(84%)
County: Prince George's Uninsured Emergency Department Visits
County: Prince George's Uninsured Emergency Department Visits
14.9%
(2017)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(8.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(16.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(14.7%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to decrease the proportion of Emergency Department visits from persons without health insurance to 14.7%</span></div>
Health / Heart Disease & Stroke
Health / Heart Disease & Stroke
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Heart Disease
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Heart Disease
155.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(160.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(165.0 in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Prior Value
(172.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(166.3)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the heart disease death rate to 166.3 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(173.4)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the heart disease death rate to 173.4 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Hypertension
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Hypertension
334.8
ER Visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(351.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(296.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(234.0)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to hypertension to 234.0 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(202.4)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to hypertension to 202.4 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases
Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Adults with Influenza Vaccination
County: Prince George's Adults with Influenza Vaccination
40.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(49.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(38.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(49.1%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of adults who receive an influenza vaccination to 49.1%</span></div>
Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health
Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Babies with Low Birthweight
County: Prince George's Babies with Low Birthweight
9.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(8.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(8.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Prior Value
(9.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(8.0%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the proportion of births that are low weight to 8.0%.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(8.5%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the proportion of births that are low weight to 8.5%.</span></div>
County: Prince George's Infant Mortality Rate
County: Prince George's Infant Mortality Rate
7.5
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2021)
Compared to:
MD Value
(6.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(5.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Prior Value
(5.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(6.3)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the infant mortality rate to 6.3 deaths per 1,000 live births. </span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(6.6)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the infant mortality rate to 6.6 deaths per 1,000 live births. </span></div>
HP 2030 Target
(5.0)
<div>MICH-02: Reduce the rate of infant deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>
County: Prince George's Mothers who Received Early Prenatal Care
County: Prince George's Mothers who Received Early Prenatal Care
55.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(69.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(78.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Prior Value
(55.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(66.9%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of pregnant women who receive prenatal care beginning in the first trimester to 66.9%.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(84.2%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to increase the proportion of pregnant women who receive prenatal care beginning in the first trimester to 84.2%.</span></div>
County: Prince George's Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Rate
County: Prince George's Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Rate
0.5
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
MD Counties
(2011-2015)
The distribution is based on data from 22 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(0.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(0.9 in 2014-2018)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Prior Value
(0.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(0.86)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the sudden unexpected infant death rate to .86 deaths per 1,000 live births.</span></div>
Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders
Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide
6.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
MD Value
(9.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(13.5 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Prior Value
(6.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(9.0)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to decrease the suicide rate to 9.0 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(9.1)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to decrease the suicide rate to 9.1 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
HP 2030 Target
(12.8)
<div>MHMD-01: Reduce the suicide rate <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Mental Health
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Mental Health
1,955.6
ER Visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(4,291.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(1,861.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(3,152.6)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to mental health conditions to 3152.6 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Health / Older Adults
Health / Older Adults
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate Related to Alzheimer's and Other Dementias
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate Related to Alzheimer's and Other Dementias
549.3
Hospitalizations per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(515.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(204.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(199.4)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of hospitalizations related to Alzheimer's and other dementias to 199.4 hospitalizations per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(213.7)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the rate of hospitalizations related to Alzheimer's and other dementias to 213.7 hospitalizations per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Health / Oral Health
Health / Oral Health
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted ER Visit Rate due to Dental Problems
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted ER Visit Rate due to Dental Problems
200.5
ER Visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(362.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(315.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(792.8)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to dental problems to 792.8 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>
County: Prince George's Children who Visited a Dentist
County: Prince George's Children who Visited a Dentist
57.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(56.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(50.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(64.6%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of individuals receiving dental care to 64.6%.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(55.4%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to increase the proportion of individuals receiving dental care to 55.4%. </span></div>
Health / Prevention & Safety
Health / Prevention & Safety
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Falls
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Falls
5.4
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
MD Value
(11.3)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(10.3 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Prior Value
(7.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(7.7)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the death rate related to falls to 7.7 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(7.1)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the death rate related to falls to 7.1 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Health / Respiratory Diseases
Health / Respiratory Diseases
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Asthma
County: Prince George's Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Asthma
48.9
ER visits per 10,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(68.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(54.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(62.5)
<div>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to asthma to 62.5 emergency room visits per 10,000 population.</div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(49.5)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to asthma to 49.5 emergency room visits per 10,000 population.</span></div>
Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections
Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Chlamydia Incidence Rate
County: Prince George's Chlamydia Incidence Rate
655.0
Cases per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(506.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(495.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(766.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(431.0)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the chlamydia incidence rate to 431.0 cases per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(431.0)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the chlamydia incidence rate to 431.0 cases per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Health / Tobacco Use
Health / Tobacco Use
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Adolescents who Use Tobacco
County: Prince George's Adolescents who Use Tobacco
10.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(15.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(16.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(15.2%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the proportion of adolescents who use any kind of tobacco product to 15.2%.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(22.3%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the proportion of adolescents who use any kind of tobacco product to 22.3%. </span></div>
County: Prince George's Adults who Smoke
County: Prince George's Adults who Smoke
7.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 21 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(10.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(14.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Prior Value
(6.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(15.5%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the proportion of adults who currently smoke to 15.5%.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(14.4%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the proportion of adults who currently smoke to 14.4%. </span></div>
HP 2030 Target
(6.1%)
<div>TU-02: Reduce current cigarette smoking in adults <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>
Health / Weight Status
Health / Weight Status
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Adolescents who are Obese
County: Prince George's Adolescents who are Obese
21.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(15.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(16.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(10.7%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the proportion of adolescents ages 12 to 19 who are obese to 10.7%</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(11.3%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the proportion of adolescents ages 12 to 19 who are obese to 11.3%. </span></div>
County: Prince George's Adults with a Healthy Weight
County: Prince George's Adults with a Healthy Weight
23.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(31.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(31.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Prior Value
(31.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(36.6%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of adults with a healthy weight to 36.6%</span></div>
Health / Wellness & Lifestyle
Health / Wellness & Lifestyle
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Average Life Expectancy
County: Prince George's Average Life Expectancy
78.3
Years
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(78.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(78.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(79.8)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase life expectancy at birth to 79.8 years.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(82.5)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to increase life expectancy at birth to 82.5 years.</span></div>
Community / Public Safety
Community / Public Safety
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Pedestrian Injuries
County: Prince George's Pedestrian Injuries
37.6
Injuries per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
MD Value
(38.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(39.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(35.6)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of pedestrian injuries to 35.6 injuries per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(29.7)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to reduce the rate of pedestrian injuries to 29.7 injuries per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Economy / Housing & Homes
Economy / Housing & Homes
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's Affordable Housing
County: Prince George's Affordable Housing
62.8%
(2020)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(56.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(41.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(54.4%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of housing units sold that are affordable on the median teacher’s salary to 54.4%.</span></div>
Education / Student Performance K-12
Education / Student Performance K-12
County: Prince George's
Value
Compared to:
County: Prince George's High School Graduation
County: Prince George's High School Graduation
74.4%
(2023)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(85.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
US Value
(86.5% in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Center for Education Statistics
Prior Value
(76.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(95%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of students who graduate high school within four years of their first enrollment in 9th grade to 95.0%.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(86.1%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to increase the proportion of students who graduate high school within four years of their first enrollment in 9th grade to 86.1%.</span></div>
HP 2030 Target
(90.7%)
County: Prince George's School Readiness at Kindergarten Entry
County: Prince George's School Readiness at Kindergarten Entry
34%
(2023-2024)
Compared to:
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
MD Value
(44%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Prior Value
(31%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(85.5%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of children who are ready for kindergarten to 85.5%.</span></div>
Maryland SHIP 2014
(85%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2014 Target is to increase the proportion of children who are ready for kindergarten to 85%.</span></div>
