What is the Role of Epidemiology in Reducing Mortality?
Epidemiology plays a vital role in reducing mortality by:
- Identifying Risk Factors: Research helps in identifying risk factors for various diseases, allowing for preventive measures. - Evaluating Interventions: By assessing the effectiveness of public health interventions, epidemiologists can recommend best practices. - Surveillance: Continuous monitoring of mortality trends helps in early detection of epidemics and other health threats. - Education: Educating the public and healthcare providers about risk factors and prevention strategies.