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MLPRESREPEL (MLPRESREPEL)
How woman avoids malaria: Uses mosquito repellent

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Description

MLPRESREPEL indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, the respondent reported using mosquito repellent as a way she is avoiding malaria.

The related variable MLPRESINSECTREPEL indicates whether the female respondent reported using insecticide, pesticides, or mosquito repellant in the form of diffusers, creams, or lotions as a way she is avoiding malaria.

Comparability

MLPRESREPEL has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

MLPRESREPEL is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.

Universe

  • Namibia 2006: Women age 15-49 who knew what they would do if they suspected they had malaria.
  • Namibia: 2006-W, 2006-C, 2006-B, 2006-W