How to Use Simplified Reproductive Calendar Data from the Demographic and Health Survey
Elizabeth Heger Boyle1, Nir Rotem2, Miriam L King3
1Sociology Department, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, 55455, USA.
Studies in Family Planning
|March 30, 2023
Summary
IPUMS Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) offers harmonized reproductive calendar data, simplifying cross-national analyses. This resource enhances research accessibility by providing consistently coded variables and linked documentation.
Area of Science:
- Demography
- Public Health
- Survey Methodology
Background:
- Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) are crucial for global health research.
- Analyzing DHS data across time and nations presents significant methodological challenges.
- Access to harmonized, user-friendly datasets is essential for robust analysis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce the IPUMS Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) platform.
- To highlight the release and benefits of harmonized reproductive calendar data.
- To reduce barriers for researchers conducting overtime and cross-national DHS analyses.
Main Methods:
- The IPUMS DHS website provides an intuitive interface for data access.
- Reproductive calendar data are harmonized across multiple DHS samples.
- Key features include clear distinction of response types and direct links to documentation.
Main Results:
- Simplified reproductive calendar data are now available.
- Data harmonization ensures comparability across diverse samples.
- Directly linked documentation aids in understanding variable context and comparability.
Conclusions:
- IPUMS DHS significantly lowers the threshold for complex demographic and health research.
- The platform facilitates more efficient and accurate cross-national and longitudinal studies.
- Researchers can readily access integrated data on individuals, households, and environments.
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