Date of Award
1-1-2010
Language
English
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
College/School/Department
Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Program
Epidemiology
Content Description
1 online resource (xi, 166 pages) : illustrations (some color), color maps.
Dissertation/Thesis Chair
Louise-Anne McNutt
Committee Members
Louise-Anne McNutt, James Crucetti, Howard Stratton
Keywords
population studies, Respondent-driven sampling, Sampling (Statistics), Health surveys, Health status indicators
Subject Categories
Epidemiology
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Researchers use many methods to collect population-based health indicator data. Random digit dial (RDD) is one frequently used method; however decreasing sample coverage and non-response bias have researchers searching for alternative methods. We hypothesize that respondent driven sampling (RDS) is a cost effective alternative. In accordance with this hypothesis we propose three objectives: 1) assess the mechanics, feasibility, and representativeness of RDS in producing valid estimates of health indicator data; 2) evaluate the feasibility in using RDS in comparison to RDD to collect health indicator data from a general population; and 3) report on data collected using RDS, specifically the public's perception and acceptance of new HIV testing recommendations.
Recommended Citation
Lee, Robin, "Respondent driven sampling : feasibility, validation and its potential use for estimating health indicators for large general populations" (2010). Legacy Theses & Dissertations (2009 - 2024). 206.
https://scholarsarchive.library.albany.edu/legacy-etd/206