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Epidemiology solely focuses on the treatment of diseases.
Epidemiology solely focuses on the treatment of diseases.
False
The final exam accounts for 50% of the total assessment score in the course.
The final exam accounts for 50% of the total assessment score in the course.
True
Epidemiologists only investigate communicable diseases.
Epidemiologists only investigate communicable diseases.
False
The steps in investigation of disease outbreaks are a key focus of epidemiology.
The steps in investigation of disease outbreaks are a key focus of epidemiology.
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Participation in the course is evaluated as part of the assessment activities.
Participation in the course is evaluated as part of the assessment activities.
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Epidemiologists do not study the factors affecting susceptibility to diseases.
Epidemiologists do not study the factors affecting susceptibility to diseases.
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The introduction to epidemiology course includes learning about both descriptive and analytical study designs.
The introduction to epidemiology course includes learning about both descriptive and analytical study designs.
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Epidemiologists develop interventions solely based on historical data.
Epidemiologists develop interventions solely based on historical data.
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Epidemiology is primarily concerned with the study of individual health rather than populations.
Epidemiology is primarily concerned with the study of individual health rather than populations.
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John Snow's study of cholera in London in 1854 was instrumental in understanding the role of contaminated water in disease spread.
John Snow's study of cholera in London in 1854 was instrumental in understanding the role of contaminated water in disease spread.
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Richard Doll is known for investigating the correlation between diet and heart disease.
Richard Doll is known for investigating the correlation between diet and heart disease.
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Epidemiologists only work in hospitals and do not operate in other fields such as research or government.
Epidemiologists only work in hospitals and do not operate in other fields such as research or government.
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Epidemiology can help plan and allocate resources for healthcare effectively.
Epidemiology can help plan and allocate resources for healthcare effectively.
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Epidemiologists track the spread of diseases by collecting data on the number of cases and their locations.
Epidemiologists track the spread of diseases by collecting data on the number of cases and their locations.
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Interventions evaluated by epidemiologists include vaccination programs and new medications.
Interventions evaluated by epidemiologists include vaccination programs and new medications.
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The study of epidemiology originated in the 20th century.
The study of epidemiology originated in the 20th century.
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Epidemiologists can make predictions about future health trends based on their research.
Epidemiologists can make predictions about future health trends based on their research.
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The term 'epidemiology' is derived from Latin words meaning 'upon people'.
The term 'epidemiology' is derived from Latin words meaning 'upon people'.
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Study Notes
Introduction to Epidemiology (EPI 213)
- Epidemiology studies disease spread and prevention.
- It examines disease transmission (person-to-person, animal-to-person, environmental).
- It also analyzes susceptibility factors (age, sex, health).
- It develops interventions like vaccinations, public health education & environmental changes.
Course Objectives
- Understand epidemiological principles and concepts.
- Define, apply & use disease frequency measures (prevalence, incidence).
- Use steps in disease outbreak investigations.
- Understand different study designs.
- Explain disease transmission.
- Learn epidemiological indicators for disease monitoring.
- Apply descriptive, analytical & experimental study methods. (health care service improvement)
Assessment
- Quiz (Week 5): 10%
- Midterm Exam (Week 7): 25%
- Presentation/Assignment (Week 9): 10%
- Final Exam (As scheduled): 50%
- Participation (Throughout): 5%
What is Epidemiology?
- Epidemiology is the study of disease distribution and determinants within populations.
- It's derived from Greek words "epi" (upon) and "demos" (people).
- It's a crucial public health tool understanding health and disease factors, prevention.
Epidemiologist Roles
- Public health professionals studying health and disease in populations.
- Developing and evaluating health improvement strategies.
- Working in various settings (public health, hospitals, universities).
History of Epidemiology
- John Snow (1854): Showed cholera spread through contaminated water.
- Richard Doll (1950s): Linked smoking and lung cancer.
Importance of Epidemiology
- Identify disease causes
- Evaluate public health interventions
- Monitor population health
- Plan & allocate healthcare resources
- Inform public health policies.
Uses of Epidemiology
- Identify risk factors: Study disease distribution for risk factor identification (lifestyle/environmental).
- Evaluate interventions: Assess program/treatment effectiveness.
- Track disease spread: Monitor case numbers and locations for disease tracking.
- Plan/evaluate public health programs: Using knowledge to plan/evaluate programs (sanitation, healthy lifestyles).
- Predict health trends: Forecasting future disease occurrences or policy impact.
Areas/Fields of Epidemiology
- Public health: Prevention & control in agencies.
- Clinical medicine: Assisting diagnosis/treatment in hospitals/clinics.
- Research: Conducting studies on disease causes/interventions.
- Government: Developing policies for health improvements.
- Industry: Assessing drug/device safety/effectiveness.
- Non-profit organizations: Improving health via programs/advocacy.
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Description
This quiz covers fundamental concepts in epidemiology, including disease transmission, susceptibility factors, and public health interventions. Students will explore disease frequency measures, outbreak investigations, and various study designs to better understand disease monitoring. Assess your knowledge of epidemiological principles through this quiz.
