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The study of
causes, distribution, spread and control of diseases in populations, epidemiology,
is a fundamental science and an integral part of public health. Epidemiology
has helped address old public health challenges and continues to be a tool to
investigate new challenges by providing evidence required for sound public
health action.
A recently
concluded two day meeting held in SEARO from 26-27 Feb 2009 ascertained how
epidemiologists can strengthen and focus attention on the application of
epidemiological concepts and principles in national health programme development and management of health problems
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