Prevalence provides a snapshot of disease burden in a population, which is essential for:
- Health Planning and Resource Allocation: Knowing how widespread a disease is helps in planning health services and allocating resources effectively. - Public Health Interventions: Identifying high-prevalence areas can guide targeted interventions. - Understanding Chronic Diseases: Prevalence is particularly useful for chronic diseases, which may have low incidence but high prevalence due to their long duration.
