What are Some Famous Case Reports in Epidemiology?
Some of the most well-known case reports have significantly impacted medical practice and epidemiology: 1. AIDS: The initial case reports of unusual infections in young gay men led to the identification of HIV/AIDS. 2. Thalidomide: Case reports of birth defects in children born to mothers who took thalidomide during pregnancy led to its withdrawal from the market and changes in drug regulation. 3. Zika Virus: Early case reports of microcephaly in infants born to mothers infected with Zika virus highlighted the need for further research and public health interventions.
