Table 3.
Characteristics for Which Inequalities in Health Can Be Measured by Using 1 State Survey (BRFSS), Data from 2 National Surveys (NHIS, NSDUH), and NVSS Mortality Data
| Characteristic | BRFSS | NHIS | NSDUH | NVSS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age | X | X | X | X |
| Citizenship | X | |||
| Education level | X | X | X | X |
| Employment status | X | X | X | |
| Ethnicity | X | X | X | X |
| Geographic region | X | |||
| Income | X | X | ||
| Insurance status | X | |||
| Marital status | X | X | ||
| National origin | X | |||
| Place of birth | X | |||
| Place of residence | X | X | X | |
| Race | X | X | X | X |
| Sex | X | X | X | X |
Abbreviations: BRFSS, Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System; NHIS, National Health Interview Survey; NSDUH, National Survey on Drug Use and Health; NVSS, National Vital Statistics System.