Aims of epidemiology

EPIDEMIOLOGY - AIMS

  • To minimize or eradicate the disease or health problems and their consequences
  • To minimize the chances of disease occurrence in future
  • To define the magnitude and occurrence of disease conditions in animals
  • To identify the etiological factors responsible for the disease conditions
  • To provide data necessary for planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes aimed at preventing, controlling and treating the diseases.
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