National Surveys

The VEHSS team identified six national surveys to serve as data sources for the surveillance system. The included surveys are as follows (in alphabetical order):

National Surveys

• American Community Survey (ACS)
• Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS)
• National Health Interview Survey (NHIS)
• National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES)
• National Survey of Children’s Health (NSCH)

Additional Information

Review of National Surveys Report pdf icon[PDF – 1.2 MB]external icon

Additional detail on surveys and survey instruments not currently included in VEHSS is available in the Review of National Surveys Report.

VEHSS Survey Analysis Plan Report pdf icon[PDF – 480 KB]external icon

Documentation on the analysis process for national surveys included in VEHSS.