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What is the main focus of epidemiology?
What is the main focus of epidemiology?
Epidemiology includes the study of both communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Epidemiology includes the study of both communicable and non-communicable diseases.
True
List two types of disease frequency measures used in epidemiology.
List two types of disease frequency measures used in epidemiology.
Prevalence and incidence.
The principles and concepts of epidemiology are introduced in the course titled ______.
The principles and concepts of epidemiology are introduced in the course titled ______.
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Match the following study designs with their descriptions:
Match the following study designs with their descriptions:
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How much percent of the total assessment score does the final exam contribute?
How much percent of the total assessment score does the final exam contribute?
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Epidemiology does not involve the use of IT or web-based reference material.
Epidemiology does not involve the use of IT or web-based reference material.
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What is one of the objectives of the course in epidemiology?
What is one of the objectives of the course in epidemiology?
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What is the primary focus of epidemiology?
What is the primary focus of epidemiology?
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Epidemiologists only work in hospitals.
Epidemiologists only work in hospitals.
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Who conducted a groundbreaking study of the cholera outbreak in London?
Who conducted a groundbreaking study of the cholera outbreak in London?
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Epidemiology helps to develop __________ to prevent diseases.
Epidemiology helps to develop __________ to prevent diseases.
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Match the following epidemiological figures with their contributions:
Match the following epidemiological figures with their contributions:
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Which term literally means 'upon the people'?
Which term literally means 'upon the people'?
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Epidemiology is only concerned with infectious diseases.
Epidemiology is only concerned with infectious diseases.
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Name one reason why epidemiology is important.
Name one reason why epidemiology is important.
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What is one of the primary purposes of epidemiologists?
What is one of the primary purposes of epidemiologists?
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Epidemiologists primarily work in private sector companies without any focus on public health.
Epidemiologists primarily work in private sector companies without any focus on public health.
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What do epidemiologists use to track the spread of diseases?
What do epidemiologists use to track the spread of diseases?
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Epidemiologists may work in __________ to develop new treatments or evaluate treatment effectiveness.
Epidemiologists may work in __________ to develop new treatments or evaluate treatment effectiveness.
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Which of the following fields do epidemiologists work in?
Which of the following fields do epidemiologists work in?
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Match the areas of epidemiology with their functions:
Match the areas of epidemiology with their functions:
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Epidemiologists can make predictions about future health trends.
Epidemiologists can make predictions about future health trends.
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Name one factor that epidemiologists study that can impact health outcomes.
Name one factor that epidemiologists study that can impact health outcomes.
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Study Notes
Course Overview
- The course, "Introduction to Epidemiology" (EPI 213), is offered for Public Health students in the Public Health and Health Informatics College.
- The course intends to introduce students to epidemiological concepts, including different types of studies, key epidemiological issues, and methods.
- The curriculum will include topics on communicable and non-communicable diseases, measures of health, and epidemiological study designs.
- The course is continuously being improved based on research and technological advancements.
Course Objectives
- Identify the fundamental principles and concepts of epidemiology.
- Define and explain various uses of epidemiology, focusing on measures of disease incidence and prevalence.
- Understand the steps involved in investigating disease outbreaks.
- Analyze and explain the different study designs used in epidemiology.
- Understand the concepts of disease transmission.
- Recognize essential epidemiological indicators for disease monitoring.
- Define methods used in descriptive, analytical, and experimental epidemiological studies and apply their knowledge to healthcare planning and delivery.
Assessment
- The overall grade of the course is divided into five assessment components.
- A quiz in week 5 accounts for 10% of the overall grade.
- A mid-term exam in week 7 contributes 25% to the overall grade.
- A presentation and assigned project in week 9 account for 10% of the overall grade.
- The final exam scheduled by the registrar holds 50% weight in the final grade.
- Participation throughout the term accounts for 5% of the overall grade.
What is Epidemiology?
- Epidemiology is the study of disease distribution and prevention.
- It involves the study of how diseases spread between people, animals, and the environment.
- Factors influencing disease susceptibility, like age, sex, and health status are also analyzed.
- Epidemiology aims to develop interventions, like vaccination, health education, and environmental changes to prevent diseases.
Importance of Epidemiology
- Epidemiology provides valuable insights for public health professionals by identifying the factors that contribute to health and disease.
- The findings of epidemiological studies can guide the development of effective strategies for preventing diseases and promoting health.
- Epidemiology plays a significant role in identifying the causes of diseases.
- The knowledge acquired through epidemiology helps develop and evaluate public health interventions.
- Epidemiology is crucial for monitoring the health status of populations.
- Information gathered through epidemiological studies informs planning and resource allocation for healthcare services.
- Findings from epidemiological studies are vital in shaping public health policy.
Key Uses of Epidemiology
- Epidemiology is valuable in identifying risk factors for diseases.
- Epidemiological studies can evaluate the effectiveness of interventions for preventing or treating diseases.
- Epidemiology plays a role in monitoring the spread of diseases by collecting data on disease cases and their locations.
- Epidemiological insights are essential in planning and evaluating public health programs.
- Epidemiology is employed to make predictions about future health trends, such as the projected number of disease cases or the health impact of new policies.
Areas and Fields of Epidemiology
- Public health: Epidemiologists work in public health agencies to prevent and control diseases, study disease spread, develop interventions, and evaluate their effectiveness.
- Clinical medicine: Epidemiologists contribute to hospital and clinic settings by assisting doctors in diagnosing and treating diseases, studying disease causes, developing new treatments, and evaluating treatment effectiveness.
- Research: Epidemiologists conduct research on diseases in universities and research institutes, focusing on identifying disease causes, developing interventions, and evaluating their effectiveness.
- Government: Epidemiologists contribute to government agencies by developing and implementing health-focused policies, studying disease burdens, creating strategies to reduce disease burdens, and evaluating policy effectiveness.
- Industry: Epidemiologists are employed in pharmaceutical companies, healthcare organizations, and other industries to improve health.
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Explore the fundamental concepts and principles of epidemiology in this quiz designed for Public Health students. Test your knowledge on study designs, disease transmission, and key epidemiological indicators essential for understanding disease patterns and outbreaks. Prepare to identify and analyze health measures in various epidemiological contexts.
