Epidemiologists use various methods to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of therapeutic interventions. These methods include:
Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs): Considered the gold standard for evaluating the efficacy of new treatments. Cohort Studies: Used to observe outcomes in groups with and without the intervention over time. Case-Control Studies: Useful for studying rare conditions or diseases with long latency periods. Meta-analyses and Systematic Reviews: Aggregate data from multiple studies to provide a comprehensive assessment of an intervention's effectiveness.
