Description

MLPRESINSECTREPEL indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, 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.

The related variable MLPRESREPEL indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, the female respondent reported using insect repellant only as a way she is avoiding malaria.

Comparability

MLPRESINSECTREPEL has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

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

Universe