Scale refers to the scope or level of detail at which epidemiological data is collected, analyzed, and interpreted. It can be conceptualized at multiple levels:
Geographical Scale: This involves the spatial extent of an epidemiological study, ranging from local, regional, national, to global levels. Temporal Scale: This pertains to the time frame of the study, which can be short-term (e.g., days, weeks) or long-term (e.g., years, decades). Population Scale: This scale considers the demographic or population group under study, such as age groups, genders, or specific communities.
