Utilizing Epidemiology Approaches for Public Health

Utilizing Epidemiology Approaches for Public Health

Utilizing Epidemiology Approaches for Public Health

The population at risk (PAR) calculates the percentage of the population at risk for a disease or illness in a given population. Review the CDC link: https://www.cdc.gov/ophss/csels/dsepd/ss1978/lesson3/section2.html

Within the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, review the measures of risk section and explain how the incidence is used to determine if the population is at risk. As such, explain why the population at risk (PAR) is needed for public health assessment.

Directions to student:

You must complete this discussion in (no less than 750 words) into three substantive paragraphs 250 words each.

Make sure you address the subject topic within the context of the COVID-19.

Make sure you include at least four APA-formatted citations/references.