What Are Some Notable Longitudinal Studies in Epidemiology?
Several landmark longitudinal studies have significantly contributed to our understanding of health and disease:
The Framingham Heart Study: Initiated in 1948, this study has provided invaluable insights into the risk factors for cardiovascular disease. The Nurses' Health Study: Started in 1976, this study has explored the long-term effects of diet, lifestyle, and hormonal factors on women's health. The Whitehall Study: Begun in the 1960s, this study has examined the social determinants of health among British civil servants.
