There are several methods for measuring epidemiological phenomena, including:
- Incidence and Prevalence: Incidence refers to the number of new cases of a disease in a specified period, while prevalence is the total number of cases (new and existing) at a particular point in time. - Mortality Rates: These rates measure the frequency of death in a defined population during a specified time period. - Surveillance Systems: Public health surveillance systems continuously collect, analyze, and interpret health data to monitor and prevent disease outbreaks. - Surveys and Studies: Cross-sectional, cohort, and case-control studies are commonly used to gather data on health phenomena.
