Description

For persons who reported at least three foot problems during the past 12 months, PODSTPROB3 indicates whether the person still has the third foot problem, whether the third problem has gone away, or whether the status of the third problem is unknown.

PODSTPROB3 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.

Comparability

There are no comparability issues.

Universe

Availability

• 1990

Weights

• 1990 : PERWEIGHT