Codes and Frequencies
Description
HEPSAFESEX indicates whether the respondent reported, in response to an open-ended question, that hepatitis can be avoided by having safe sex.
Comparability — Index
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Pakistan |
Comparability
Apart from universe differences and slight differences in question wording, HEPSAFESEX is largely comparable across samples.
Comparability - Standard DHS
HEPSAFESEX is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.
Comparability — Pakistan [top]
The 2012 and 2017 Pakistan surveys ask about hepatitis B or C.
Universe
- Afghanistan 2015: Ever-married women age 15-49.
- Pakistan 2012: Ever-married women age 15-49 who have heard of hepatitis B or C.
- Pakistan 2017: Ever-married women age 15-49 who have heard of hepatitis B or C.
