What Are Some Common Epidemiological Methods Used?
Epidemiologists use a variety of methods to study health issues. These include:
Descriptive studies: These involve describing the distribution of diseases and health-related events by time, place, and person. Analytical studies: These explore the causes and risk factors of diseases using methods like cohort studies, case-control studies, and cross-sectional studies. Experimental studies: These involve manipulating one or more variables to observe their effect on health outcomes, such as in randomized controlled trials.
