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VISFOODDK (VISFOODDK)
Food important for vision: Don't know

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Description

VISFOODDK indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, the female respondent reported not knowing which foods were included in messages she heard about foods that are important for vision.

In general, foods containing vitamin A are effective in treating or preventing vision problems such as night blindness.

Comparability

VISFOODDK has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

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

Universe

  • Chad 1996: Women age 15-49 who have heard messages about foods that are important for vision or that prevent blindness.
  • Chad: 1996-W, 1996-C, 1996-B