What Types of Population Data are Used in Epidemiology?
Several types of population data are commonly used in epidemiology, including:
1. Demographic Data: Information on age, sex, ethnicity, education, and occupation. 2. Health Data: Data on morbidity, mortality, and health behaviors. 3. Environmental Data: Information on physical, social, and economic environments. 4. Genetic Data: Genetic information that can help understand disease susceptibility.