Description

For sample persons ages 18 and older who do not have confirmed diabetes, BLAD3M reports if the person has ever had symptoms of a bladder infection that lasted more than 3 months.

This question is complementary to DIABLAD3M, which was asked of adults who have confirmed diabetes.

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