Purpose

NHANES III data files are available for download from the website as data (.DAT) files along with the SAS code which is provided for your use to create a SAS dataset, and the documentation explaining how the data are arranged in the data files. To use these files you need to create a directory to save them, download the data files, SAS code, and documentation, and then run the SAS code to create the SAS datasets.

 

Task 1: Create a directory for NHANES III files

You will create a directory to save your data files, documentation, code, and the datasets you create. This will help keep your transport files and datasets organized.

• Key Concepts about Creating a Directory for NHANES III Tutorial
• How to Create a Directory for NHANES III Tutorial

 

 

Task 2: Download NHANES III data files and documentation

You need the data files to create your analytic dataset, and you need the documentation for reference as you continue your analysis.

• Key Concepts about Downloading NHANES III Data Files, SAS Code, and Documentation
• How to Download NHANES III Data Files, SAS Code, and Documentation

 

 

Task 3: Create NHANES III datasets

After downloading the data files, you will need to execute  code to create the analytic dataset you will save in your directory. Data files are not usable without completing this task.

• Key Concepts about Creating NHANES Datasets
• How to Run the SAS Code to Create a NHANES III SAS Data File in a Permanent Library
• How to Run the Stata Code to Create a NHANES III Stata Dataset
• Download Sample Code and Dataset