How Does Industrial Hygiene Relate to Epidemiology?
Epidemiology focuses on the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specific populations. Industrial hygiene contributes to this by identifying and mitigating risks in the workplace that could lead to occupational diseases. By assessing exposure to harmful agents such as chemicals, noise, and radiation, industrial hygienists work alongside epidemiologists to understand the link between workplace exposures and health outcomes.
