DIAWTAMTYR is a 3-digit numeric variable.

000: None
302: 302+ pounds
997: Not in Universe
998: Unknown - not ascertained
999: Unknown - don't know/refused

Description

For persons ages 18 and older who have confirmed diabetes and now weigh more or less than a year ago (DIAWTCHGYR), DIAWTAMTYR reports the number of pounds the person gained or lost in the past year.

This question is complementary to WTAMTYR, which was asked of sample adults who do not have confirmed diabetes who now weigh more or less than a year ago.

This variable is included in the 1989 Diabetes supplement. For related variables, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus.

Comparability

There are no comparability issues with this variable.

Universe

Availability

• 1989

Weights

• 1989 : PERWEIGHT