Description

For sample adult and sample children who have ever had their hearing test (HRTEST), HRTESTLAST reports how long ago the individual had their hearing tested by a hearing specialist. A hearing test is one performed by a specialist in a sound-proof booth or room, or with headphones. Hearing specialists include audiologists, ear nose and throat (ENT) doctors, and trained technicians or occupational nurses. Sample children are instructed to not include tests performed at birth.

For a full list of hearing related variables available for all years, see HEARING.

Comparability

This variable is comparable over time.

Universe

Availability

• 2023

Weights

• 2023 : SAMPWEIGHT