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Namibia Global School-Based Student Health Survey 2004

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General Info
Provider 
World Health Organization (WHO)
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Geography 
Namibia (NAM)
Coverage type 
Country
Time period covered 
07/2004 - 09/2004
Series or system 
STEPS Global School-Based Student Health Survey (GSHS)
Data type
Survey:
  • Cross-sectional
  • Facility (non-health)
  • Individual
  • Interview
Summary 

The Global School-Based Health Survey (GSHS) was designed to provide accurate data on health behaviors and protective factors among students, including dietary behaviors, hygiene, physical activity, drug and alcohol use, and violence and unintentional injury. It is often used to help countries develop priorities, establish programs and advocate for resources for school health programs, policies and youth health.

Keywords 
Age at first sex, Alcohol use, Bullying, Condoms, Secondhand smoke, Hygiene, Illicit drug use, Interpersonal violence, Mental health symptoms, Physical activity, Reproductive and sexual risk factors, Tobacco smoking, Unintentional injuries
GHDx Entry last modified on: Aug 5, 2021