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What does epidemiology study?
Distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations
What does 'pattern' refer to in the context of distribution of health events?
Occurrence of health-related events by time, place, and person
What do 'place patterns' in epidemiology include?
Geographic variation, urban/rural differences, and location of work sites or schools
What are 'time patterns' in epidemiology concerned with?
Annual, seasonal, weekly, daily, hourly, weekday versus weekend occurrence of health events
What does 'person' refer to in the context of distribution of health events?
Personal characteristics including demographic factors related to risk of illness, injury, or disability
Test your knowledge of epidemiology with this quiz. Learn about the distribution and determinants of health-related events in populations and their application to health problem control. Explore the frequency and pattern of health events and enhance your understanding of this vital field.
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