How Does Epidemiology Contribute to Chronic Disease Prevention?

Epidemiology provides the foundation for understanding and addressing chronic diseases through:

Surveillance: Monitoring the prevalence and incidence of chronic diseases to identify trends and inform public health actions.
Risk factor identification: Determining the factors that increase the likelihood of developing chronic diseases, such as tobacco use, poor diet, physical inactivity, and excessive alcohol consumption.
Research: Conducting studies to understand the causes, distribution, and control of chronic diseases.
Evaluation: Assessing the effectiveness of public health interventions and programs aimed at preventing chronic diseases.