The key components of data management in epidemiology include:
- Data Collection: Gathering accurate and relevant data through surveys, surveillance systems, and clinical trials. - Data Storage: Ensuring that data is stored securely and is easily retrievable. - Data Cleaning: Removing errors and inconsistencies to ensure data quality. - Data Analysis: Utilizing statistical methods to interpret the data. - Data Sharing: Making data accessible to other researchers while maintaining confidentiality.
