Data sources are utilized in various ways to support epidemiological research and practice:
Descriptive Epidemiology: Describing the occurrence of diseases and health outcomes across different populations and time periods. Analytic Epidemiology: Investigating the causes and risk factors associated with health outcomes using case-control and cohort studies. Intervention Studies: Assessing the impact of public health interventions, such as vaccination programs or health education campaigns, on population health. Surveillance: Monitoring the spread of diseases and identifying potential outbreaks. Policy Making: Providing evidence to inform public health policies and resource allocation.
