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China National Health Services Survey 2008 - China CDC

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General Info
Geography 
China (CHN)
Coverage type 
Country
Time period covered 
01/2008 - 12/2008
Series or system 
China National Health Services Survey
Data type
Survey:
  • Household
  • Interview
  • Nationally representative
  • Subnationally representative
Summary 

The 2008 National Health Services Survey (NHSS) evaluated the health needs of urban and rural residents, and the availability and utilization of health services and insurance programs. The survey covered 177,501 people in 56,456 households in all of the country's 31 provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities. Household interviews were administered by local medical workers under supervision from doctors. The survey achieved an in-person adult response rate of 83%.

Keywords 
Antenatal care, Breastfeeding, Cooking fuels, DTP vaccines, Folic acid deficiency, Iron deficiency, Measles vaccines, Sanitation, Skilled birth attendants, Water supply
GHDx Entry last modified on: Aug 5, 2021