5 Questions
What is epidemiology?
Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations and the application of this study to control health problems.
What is the difference between an outbreak and an epidemic?
An outbreak is a greater-than-anticipated increase in the number of endemic cases, while an epidemic occurs when an outbreak is not quickly controlled and spreads geographically.
What is an endemic?
An endemic refers to a constant presence of a disease in a specific location.
Give an example of an endemic disease.
Malaria is endemic to parts of Africa.
Explain the difference between an outbreak and an epidemic using the example of COVID-19.
When COVID-19 was limited to Wuhan, China, it was an epidemic. However, the geographical spread turned it into a pandemic.
Test your knowledge of epidemiology and understand the difference between an outbreak and an epidemic. Explore the study of health-related events in populations and learn how to identify and control health problems.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
