The DHS Program, which manages registration and access for IPUMS DHS, is again reviewing new user applications and requests for expanded access from currently approved users.
STIADMW7
(STIADMW7)
Sought STI advice from: MACRO (Malawi)
Codes and Frequencies
Description
For women who had symptoms of a sexually transmitted infection in the past 12 months, STIADMW7 indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question they reported seeking advice or treatment from MACRO [Malawi AIDS Counseling and Resource Organization] for this problem. This response category is country-specific to Malawi.
Comparability
STIADMW7 has no comparability problems.
Comparability - Standard DHS
An open-ended question about where the woman received advice/treatment for an STI is included in Phases III, V and VI forward of the standard DHS questionnaire. STIADMW7 is a country-specific response not included in the standard DHS module.
Universe
- Malawi 2010: Women age 15-49 who have had sex, and who had an STI, abnormal genital discharge, or genital ulcer/sore in the past 12 months.
