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What is one of the main purposes of epidemiology?
What is one of the main purposes of epidemiology?
- To reduce the cost of healthcare
- To determine if epidemiological data are consistent with current scientific knowledge (correct)
- To develop new medical treatments
- To cure diseases
Who is considered the father of Epidemiology?
Who is considered the father of Epidemiology?
- Hippocrates
- Dr. John Snow (correct)
- Galileo
- Isaac Newton
What did Dr. John Snow do to investigate the cholera outbreak in London?
What did Dr. John Snow do to investigate the cholera outbreak in London?
- He observed the behavior of people in the affected areas
- He conducted interviews with patients
- He conducted lab tests on water samples
- He mapped the homes of cholera victims (correct)
What was the significance of Dr. John Snow's study on cholera in London?
What was the significance of Dr. John Snow's study on cholera in London?
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Why was Dr. John Snow's study on cholera important in the history of epidemiology?
Why was Dr. John Snow's study on cholera important in the history of epidemiology?
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What can be inferred about the distribution of cholera deaths in London during 1848-49 and 1853-54?
What can be inferred about the distribution of cholera deaths in London during 1848-49 and 1853-54?
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What does the term "Epidemiology" literally mean?
What does the term "Epidemiology" literally mean?
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What is the primary focus of medical practice?
What is the primary focus of medical practice?
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What is the main goal of epidemiology?
What is the main goal of epidemiology?
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What is the definition of epidemiology according to Gerstman (1998)?
What is the definition of epidemiology according to Gerstman (1998)?
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What is one of the general purposes of epidemiology?
What is one of the general purposes of epidemiology?
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What can be considered an epidemiologist?
What can be considered an epidemiologist?
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