What are the main priorities in infectious disease epidemiology?
Infectious disease epidemiology focuses on understanding the transmission, spread, and control of infectious diseases. Key priorities in this area include:
Surveillance: Monitoring the incidence and prevalence of diseases to identify outbreaks early. Vaccination: Developing and implementing vaccination programs to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. Public Health Interventions: Designing and evaluating interventions such as quarantine, isolation, and travel restrictions. Antimicrobial Resistance: Tracking and combating the rise of resistant pathogens.
