Mason Jar Vocab 4th hour

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What does 'Epidemiological' refer to?

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Relating to the branch of medicine which deals with the incidence, distribution, and control of diseases.

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How would you describe something done 'Deftly'?

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In a way that is neatly skillful and quick in movement.

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What does 'Boon' mean?

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Likely to seek or enjoy the company of others.

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What is a 'Labyrinth'?

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A complicated irregular network of passages or paths.

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What does the word 'Enlighten' mean?

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To give greater knowledge, insight.

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What does 'Incidence' mean in epidemiology?

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The occurrence of new cases of a disease in a population over a specific period.

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Define 'Distribution' in the context of epidemiology.

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The analysis of the patterns, causes, and effects of health and disease conditions in defined populations.

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What is 'Control' in epidemiological terms?

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Strategies and measures taken to reduce or eliminate the occurrence of disease.

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What does 'Cohort' mean in epidemiological studies?

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A group of individuals who share a common characteristic or experience within a defined period.

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Explain 'Prevalence' in epidemiology.

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The total number of cases of a disease in a population at a given time.