5 Questions
Which term describes the total number of existing cases of a disease in a specific population at a given point or period of time?
Prevalence
Which term describes the number of new cases of a disease in a specific population over a given period of time?
Incidence
Which term describes the predictable, frequent, and low but constant presence of a disease in a specific location, population, or geographic region?
Endemic
Which term describes an unexpected large occurrence of a disease in a community or region, occurring suddenly and rapidly?
Epidemic
Which term describes a widespread outbreak of disease affecting countries, continents, and the world, crossing international borders?
Pandemic
Test your knowledge on epidemiology terms with this quiz! Learn about the difference between prevalence and incidence, and discover what endemic means in the context of disease. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of these important concepts.
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