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What Are Some Key Epidemiological Methods Used in Policy Development?

Several epidemiological methods are pivotal in policy development, including:
- Surveillance: Continuous monitoring of health events to detect outbreaks and monitor the progress of disease control programs.
- Cohort Studies: Following a group of people over time to study the incidence and risk factors of diseases.
- Case-Control Studies: Comparing individuals with a disease to those without to identify risk factors.
- Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs): Assessing the effectiveness of interventions through controlled environments.

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