Disease burden studies typically involve the following steps:
1. Data Collection: Gathering data from various sources such as hospital records, national health surveys, and epidemiological studies. 2. Measurement Metrics: Using metrics like DALYs and QALYs to quantify disease burden. 3. Population Health Metrics: Calculating prevalence, incidence, mortality rates, and life expectancy. 4. Statistical Analysis: Employing statistical methods to analyze and interpret the data, adjusting for confounding factors.
