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CERVCANTESTHR

(CERVCANTESTHR)
Heard of test for cervical cancer
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Description

CERVCANTESTHR indicates whether the woman has heard of a test for cervical cancer.

Comparability

CERVCANTESTHR has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

CERVCANTESTHR is a country-specific variable in most phases of the DHS. In DHS Phase 8, the standard variable CHD25 is included in the optional module on chronic disease.

Universe

  • Lesotho 2023: Women age 15-49 in households selected for the men's survey, who have heard of cervical cancer.
  • Madagascar 2021: Women age 15-49 in households selected for the men's survey, who have heard of cervical cancer.
  • Lesotho: 2023-W, 2023-C, 2023-B
  • Madagascar: 2021-W, 2021-C, 2021-B