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. 1988 Jan-Feb;19(1):61-5.

Brazil 1986: results from the Demographic and Health Survey

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  • PMID: 3363607

Brazil 1986: results from the Demographic and Health Survey

No authors listed. Stud Fam Plann. 1988 Jan-Feb.

Abstract

PIP: The Brazil Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) was conducted by the Society for the Welfare of the Family in Brazil within the framework of the DHS Program of the Institute for Resource Development of Westinghouse. The survey is national in scope, covering 95% of the population. Data were collected in 8519 households and complete interviews were conducted with 5892 women aged 15-44. Fieldwork for the survey took place between May and August, 1986. The summary statistics presented here were taken from the Brazil First Country Report, with exceptions as noted. The summary statistics include: population characteristics, fertility patterns, fertility preferences, current contraceptive use, contraception knowledge, nuptiality and exposure-to-conception status, postpartum variables, infant mortality, disease prevention and treatment, and nutritional status.

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