How is Pollution Data Used in Epidemiological Studies?
Pollution data is critical in various types of epidemiological studies: - Cross-Sectional Studies: These studies assess the health status of a population at a single point in time and can be used to identify associations between pollution levels and health outcomes. - Cohort Studies: These studies follow a group of individuals over time to examine the long-term health effects of pollution exposure. - Case-Control Studies: These studies compare individuals with a specific disease (cases) to those without the disease (controls) to identify potential risk factors, including pollution exposure.
