Description

For sample adults ages 18 and older who did anything to reduce the radon level in their homes (RADDONE), RADACTVENT reports if the respondent mentioned increasing ventilation by "opening windows, doors, etc." to reduce the level of radon exposure in the home.

RADACTVENT is included in the sample adult section within a series of questions about environmental health concerns, including testing for lead and radon. For more information and related variables, see RADHEAR or use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus.

Comparability

Changes in the universe for RADDONE, a filter variable for RADACTVENT, impact the frequencies of RADACTVENT. Data users should exercise caution when making comparisons across samples.

Universe

Availability

• 1990-1991

Weights

• 1990-1991 : SAMPWEIGHT