Yemen, Rep. - National Health and Demographic Survey 2013

The 2013 Yemen National Health and Demographic Survey (YNHDS) is the fourth survey of this kind. The primary objective of the survey is to provide up-to-date estimates of basic demographic and health indicators The survey provides information on chronic illness, disability, marriage, fertility and fertility preferences, knowledge and use of family planning methods, child feeding practices, nutritional status of women and children, maternal and childhood mortality, awareness and attitudes regarding HIV/AIDS, female genital cutting, and domestic violence. This information is intended to assist policymakers and program managers in evaluating and designing programs and strategies for improving health and family planning services in the country.