Description
For all persons, PODCNDAM indicates whether the respondent reported that anyone in the family had foot problems due to nerve damage during the past 12 months.
PODCNDAM is part of the NHIS Podiatry Supplement, introduced in 1990. The purpose of this supplement is to obtain current data concerning problems with the feet, access to foot care, and the amount, frequency, and type of foot care obtained. For related variables and more information about this supplement, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus.
