Course description

Epidemiology is the study of disease patterns, causes, and effects in populations. It involves research on disease outbreaks, risk factors, and public health interventions to control and prevent illnesses. This field combines statistics, biology, and social sciences to improve healthcare policies and practices. Epidemiology plays a crucial role in managing pandemics, vaccinations, and global health strategies.

What will i learn?

• Distinguish between definitions of epidemiology and clinical epidemiology and public health research.
• Apply the terminology of the Epidemiologic Triad to an infectious disease.
• Describe the important historic events in the field of epidemiology.