How Do Epidemiologists Identify Public Health Concerns?
Epidemiologists use various methods to identify public health concerns. These include:
1. Surveillance: Continuous, systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of health data. 2. Field Investigations: On-site studies to gather detailed information about health events. 3. Analytical Studies: Research to identify the causes and risk factors of health conditions. 4. Laboratory Research: Testing and experiments to understand disease mechanisms.
