epidemiological

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to the study of the distribution and spread of diseases or health conditions in a population.

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Synonyms

epidemiologic

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Variants

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epidemiologic , epidemiological , epidemiologically , epidemiologies , epidemiologist , epidemiologists , epidemiology , epi curve , epi curves , epidemic curve , epidemic curves , epidemiologic curve , epidemiologic curves , epidemiological curve , epidemiological curves

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Etymology

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derived from the Greek words 'epi' (upon) and 'demos' (people) and 'logos' (science or knowledge)

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of the term 'epidemiology' was in the 17th century by the Italian statistician John Graunt.

2. Epidemiology is not just about diseases but also about studying the distribution and causes of injuries, disabilities, and other health conditions.

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Related Concepts

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1. Infectious Diseases: Epidemiology is closely related to the study of infectious diseases, which are caused by microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.

2. Public Health: Epidemiology is a core component of public health, which is concerned with the prevention and control of diseases and injuries in populations.

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Culture

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Epidemiology is a critical field in public health and has been used to study and control the spread of various diseases such as cholera, tuberculosis, malaria, and COVID-19. It is an essential tool for governments, health organizations, and researchers to understand the patterns and trends of diseases and to develop strategies to prevent and control their spread.

How to Memorize "epidemiological"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a group of people (demos) and a scientist (logos) studying the spread of a disease (epidemiology) on a map.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'epidemiology' with the spread of diseases and the study of health conditions in populations.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'PEOPLE' to remember the definition: Population, Epidemiology, Outbreak, Patterns, and Logistics.

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