financial assistance

Who Provides Financial Assistance?

Multiple entities provide financial assistance in epidemiology. Major sources include:

1. Government Agencies: Entities like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the United States, and similar organizations worldwide, offer grants and funding for epidemiological research and public health projects.

2. Non-Profit Organizations: Organizations such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Wellcome Trust provide substantial funding for epidemiological studies and public health projects.

3. International Bodies: The World Health Organization (WHO) and other global health bodies offer financial support for disease surveillance and response activities.

4. Private Sector: Companies, especially those in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, often fund research and development projects that have epidemiological implications.