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Epidemiology: The Science Behind Disease Control

What is Epidemiology?

Epidemiology is the scientific study of diseases and how they are spread, controlled, and found. It is a branch of medical science concerned with the incidence, distribution, and control of disease in populations.

Scope of Epidemiology

Epidemiology investigates all factors that determine the presence or absence of diseases and disorders. It examines the distribution of health and disease conditions in a defined population, considering factors such as “who,” “when,” “where,” and “why.”