Gordis Celentano Epidemiology Study Guide - Detailed Correct Solutions

What is epidemiology? - answer - The study of how disease is distributed in populations and the factors that influence or determine this distribution.



What are the specific objectives of epidemiology? - answer - First, to identify the etiology or the cause of a disease and the risk factors-that is, factors that increase a person's risk for a disease.

Second, to determine the extent of disease found in the community.

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