Epidemiologists use various methods to analyze temporal patterns, including:
Time Series Analysis: This method examines data points collected or recorded at specific time intervals to identify trends, cycles, and seasonal variations. Cohort Studies: These studies follow a group of individuals over a period to assess how exposure to a particular risk factor affects the incidence of a disease over time. Case-Control Studies: These studies compare individuals with a disease (cases) to those without the disease (controls) at a specific point in time to identify potential risk factors.
