How is epidemiology used in public health?

Epidemiology can also be used to monitor disease trends and therefore identify epidemics. In this section, we will discuss each of the uses of epidemiology. As we look more closely at each one, think about whether and how they are relevant to your work as a public health practitioner. read more

Epidemiology at CDC began with Dr. Alexander Langmuir and his extraordinary contributions to CDC and to public health. Hired in 1949, Langmuir served as first Chief Epidemiologist at CDC and remained in that position until 1970 (4). read more

Epidemiology is the study of health in populations to understand the causes and patterns of health and illness. The Epidemiology Program, a research division of VA's Office of Patient Care Services, conducts research studies and surveillance (the collection and analysis of data) on the health of Veterans. read more

Epidemiology is used in various ways in public health, most importantly it is used to understand the trends of the worlds/locally most common illnesses. The study of epidemiology allows you to understand the rates, risks and look at populations that are more prone to the identified illnesses or social conditions. read more