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United Kingdom - Welsh Health Survey 2008 - Welsh Government

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General Info
Provider 
Welsh Government
Tabulations only
Geography 
United Kingdom (GBR)
Wales
Coverage type 
Subnational
Time period covered 
01/2008 - 12/2008
Series or system 
United Kingdom - Welsh Health Survey
Data type
Survey:
  • Household
  • Individual
  • Interview
Summary 

The Welsh Health Survey (WHS) is designed to collection about the health states of people living in Wales, their use of health services, and factors affecting their health. The survey is based on a representative sample of adults ages 16 and over living in private households in Wales. In addition, up to two children ages 0 to 15 were randomly selected from each household. In 2007, more extensive elements were introduced for children.

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GHDx Entry last modified on: Aug 5, 2021