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BPRFSALT (BPRFSALT)
Risk factors for hypertension: Too much salt
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Description

BPRFSALT indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, the female respondent reported consuming too much salt as a risk factor for hypertension (high blood pressure).

Comparability

BPRFSALT has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

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

Universe

  • Gambia 2019: All women age 15-49.
  • Gambia: 2019-W, 2019-C, 2019-B