Codes and Frequencies
Description
MLMSGURGCAREHH indicates whether, in response to a yes/no question, the respondent for the household survey reported having recently heard or seen a message recommending rapid treatment of fever at a health facility in the case of young children (to treat malaria).
Comparability — Index
GENERAL |
Ghana |
Comparability
MLMSGURGCAREHH has no comparability problems.
Comparability - Standard DHS
MLMSGURGCAREHH is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS household questionnaire.
Comparability — Ghana [top]
The 2014 Ghana survey used a reference period of "the past 6 months" for the message. The specific recommendation was for treatment at a health facility within 24 hours of the onset of fever for children under age 5.
Universe
- Ghana 2014: All women age 15-49.