How Can Epidemiology Help Identify Occupational Hazards?
Epidemiological studies such as cohort studies, case-control studies, and cross-sectional studies play a key role in identifying occupational hazards. By examining the incidence and prevalence of diseases in different worker populations, epidemiologists can establish associations between exposures and health outcomes. For instance, a cohort study might follow a group of workers exposed to asbestos over time to determine the incidence of lung cancer.
