What Epidemiological Methods are Used to Study Emerging Contaminants?
Several epidemiological methods are employed to study emerging contaminants:
Cohort Studies: These studies follow a group of people over time to assess the incidence of health outcomes in relation to exposure levels. Case-Control Studies: These studies compare individuals with a specific health outcome to those without, looking for differences in prior exposure to contaminants. Cross-Sectional Studies: These studies assess the exposure and health outcomes at a single point in time, providing a snapshot of the potential associations. Ecological Studies: These studies examine the relationship between exposure and health outcomes at the population level rather than the individual level.
