MLPRESNET
(MLPRESNET)
How woman avoids malaria: Uses mosquito net
Codes and Frequencies
Description
MLPRESNET indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, the respondent reported using a mosquito net as a way she is avoiding malaria.
Comparability — Index
GENERAL |
Mali |
Comparability
Apart from universe differences and slight differences in question wording, MLPRESNET has no comparability problems.
Comparability - Standard DHS
MLPRESNET is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.
Comparability — Mali [top]
The 2018 Mali survey wording is more specific and refers only to
sleeping under a mosquito net.
Universe
- Guinea 1999: Women age 15-49 who do something to avoid malaria.
- Mali 2018: All women age 15-49.
- Namibia 2006: Women age 15-49 who knew what they would do if they suspected they had malaria.