Variable

UK Data Service variable record for:

General Household Survey, 1998-1999

Variable Details

VariableDOCTALK
LabelConsulted doctor last 2 wks (exc.hosp)
Question text Adults: During the 2 weeks ending yesterday, apart from any visit to a hospital, did you talk to a doctor for any reason at all, either in person or by telephone? Under 16's: During the 2 weeks ending yesterday, apart from visits to a hospital, did (NAME) talk to a doctor for any reason at all, or did you or any other member of the household talk to a doctor on his/her behalf?
Responses
-9 DNA 0
-8 NA 33
-6 NO INTERVIEW 21
1 Yes 3180
2 No 17162
DisclaimerPlease note that these frequencies are not weighted.
LocationGeneral Household Survey, 1998-1999
Interviewer InstructionsAdults: Exclude: Consultations made on behalf of children under 16 and persons outside the household. Under 16's: Include telephone consultations and consultations made on behalf of children.
UniversePrivate households in Great Britain;Households;National
SamplingSee documentation for details
Study TypeRepeated cross-sectional study