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HDCTS
Ever had carpal tunnel syndrome

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Description

For sample persons aged 18 and older who worked at a civilian job last year and who had any hand discomfort last year due to an injury that lasted at least 7 consecutive days or at least 20 nonconsecutive days, HDCTS reports if the person ever had carpal tunnel syndrome.

This variable was included in the 1988 Occupational Health supplement.

Comparability

There are no comparability issues.

Universe

  • 1988: Sample persons aged 18+ who worked last year at a civilian job and who had any hand discomfort due entirely to an injury for at at least 7 consecutive days or at least 20 nonconsecutive days last year

Availability

  • 1988

Weights