Clinical Epidemiology

Overview

Clinical epidemiology is the study of disease patterns, determinants, and outcomes in defined patient populations, applying epidemiological methods to improve clinical decision-making and patient care. Research published in Public Health International on this topic examines infectious disease surveillance, cancer screening program development, and antimicrobial resistance patterns across diverse healthcare settings. Recent studies have investigated the co-occurrence of syphilis with other infections and comorbidities through retrospective analysis in the United Arab Emirates, explored the epidemiological groundwork necessary for establishing population-based colorectal cancer screening in Oman, and assessed the prevalence and antifungal susceptibility profiles of Candida species among patients in Nigeria. These investigations demonstrate how clinical epidemiology informs public health practice by identifying disease burden, characterizing pathogen resistance patterns, and providing evidence for screening program implementation. Understanding the distribution and determinants of diseases in clinical populations enables healthcare systems to allocate resources effectively, develop targeted prevention strategies, and improve treatment protocols. This work is particularly relevant for regions building or strengthening their public health infrastructure, where epidemiological data guides policy decisions and clinical guidelines tailored to local disease patterns and healthcare needs.

Research published in this journal

3 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

This page summarises published research for orientation; it is not medical or professional advice.

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