Fundamentals of Epidemiology: Types, Uses, Scope & Epidemiological Triad | By Madam Medicina

In this comprehensive lecture, "Madam Medicina" breaks down the core concepts of epidemiology, making complex public health topics accessible for students. The discussion covers: Definition & Literal Meaning: An exploration of what epidemiology is, focusing on the study of health events and diseases within populations [01:06], [09:49]. The "Why" and "How": Understanding how diseases originate, who is at risk, how they spread (outbreaks), and, most importantly, how to prevent them [02:51], [03:21]. Historical Context: A look at early definitions of epidemiology as a branch of medical science dealing with epidemics [20:56]. Epidemic Factors: Detailed insight into why epidemics occur, including changes in infectious agents, pathogen characteristics (pathogenicity and virulence), host susceptibility, and environmental factors like sanitation and crowding [50:22],[01:00:18]. Whether you are a nursing student or interested in public health, this video provides a clear roadmap for understanding the science of population health #epidemiology #publichealth #nursingeducation #healthscience #epidemic