A cross sectional study design is a type of observational research method used in epidemiology and social sciences. In this study design, data is collected from a group of individuals at a single point in time, with the goal of assessing the prevalence and distribution of a specific health outcome or disease. Cross sectional studies… Continue reading Cross Sectional Studies
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Descriptive Epidemiology
Descriptive epidemiology is the study of the distribution of disease in a population by person, place, and time. It provides important information about the burden and pattern of disease and helps identify trends and risk factors. In this post, we will cover measures of central tendency and variability, standardization and comparison of rates, and screening… Continue reading Descriptive Epidemiology
Introduction to Epidemiology and Biostatistics
In this post, we will discuss: Introduction Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of health and disease in populations. It aims to identify patterns and risk factors of disease occurrence and to develop strategies for prevention and control. Biostatistics is the application of statistical methods to biomedical research and healthcare, including study… Continue reading Introduction to Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Epidemiology for Medical Students
Public Health, Epidemiology and Biostatistics Notes for Medical Students Get a free copy of my epidemilogy notes for medical students. This is a compilation of my best notes from medical school and is suitable for anyone studying for medical school, USMLE, MRCP and other medical exams. All I ask in return is for people to… Continue reading Epidemiology for Medical Students
Confounding Factors and How to Find Them
Awareness of confounding factors (you could also call them confusing factors) is a crucial element in planning medical research projects as well as conducting statistical analysis and interpreting results. Confounding relates to factors that are associated in some way to both the predictor and the outcome variables and may account for all or some of… Continue reading Confounding Factors and How to Find Them
Clinical Research for Medical Students and Doctors
Conducting clinical research is an important goal for all medical students and doctors. This is a vital skill and it is expected that all clinicians engage in some form of research as part of their normal practice. Many people do not feel confident when it comes to conducting research projects. This article aims to present… Continue reading Clinical Research for Medical Students and Doctors
Literature Reviews
Medical Literature Reviews are a core part of medical research and evidence-based medicine. There are so many journal articles out there, it would be impossible to stay current with the literature. Thankfully there are many literature reviews published on virtually every subject in medicine. Many students and researchers conduct or write a literature review as… Continue reading Literature Reviews