IMPORTING BIRTH DATA

Q: When I attempt to import my 2007 birth data I get the following error: 'Cannot open database: c:\epi_info\births\back\btemp.MDB'.

A: Please check if you have "write" privileges on your C Drive. Otherwise, you won't be able to create a new database on your computer.

NOTE: This is the most common reason why Imports fail.

Q: I only get 10 options for running AVSS birth reports (not 12) and they do not include an option 'Generate 2007 CBC File (1800)' - am I missing something?

A: You may need to have your AVSS profile modified to see that option. Call AVSS help desk for assistance (805-893-3214 or 805-893-5632).

Q: I am having some problems with running the AVSS file. I can run the file okay, but the data doesn't match the reports I ran at the beginning of the year.

A: You may have problem with old versions of MS Access. Make sure you download the latest version of CBInfo which can accommodate old and new MS Access versions.

PROGRAM FUNCTIONS

Q: There seems to be no way to get out of Graphs once it's started. Using File - Exit just gets me back to "Analysis.

A: You can go out of graphs by choosing Exit in the Analysis menu.

Q: Can I combine two databases?

A: Yes, follow instructions below.

1. From the dropdown menu of your main CBInfo screen, at the top of the window, select Data > Combine Databases
2. Select the first, and then the second database in the subsequent dialog boxes
3. Name the new dataset you are creating. Be sure to use a unique name. (If you use a name that is the same as another database, the other database WILL BE OVERWRITTEN)
4. You will receive a confirmation that your new database has been created.

NOTE: You should not combine databases from year 2007 with databases from 2006 and prior since data file structures are different.