In healthcare, morbidity refers to the state of being diseased or unhealthy within a population. It encompasses the prevalence and incidence of diseases, injuries, and impairments.
The number of new cases of a disease or condition within a specific population during a defined period. It measures the rate of occurrence of new cases.
The total number of cases of a particular disease or condition present in a given population at a specific time. It indicates the proportion of individuals affected within the population.
The presence of two or more concurrent diseases or medical conditions in an individual. Comorbidities can impact disease severity, treatment outcomes, and overall health status.
The impact of a particular disease or condition on individuals or populations, including factors such as mortality, morbidity, disability, and economic costs.
The frequency or proportion of individuals within a population affected by a particular disease or condition during a specific period, typically expressed as a rate per unit of population.
Quantitative measures used to assess the occurrence, distribution, and trends of diseases or health conditions within a population. Examples include incidence rates, prevalence rates, and mortality rates.
Refers to the distribution and characteristics of diseases or health conditions within a population, including variations based on demographics, geography, and socioeconomic factors.
The systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of data related to the occurrence and distribution of diseases or health conditions within a population. Surveillance enables monitoring of disease trends, identification of outbreaks, and evaluation of public health interventions.
Factors or characteristics associated with an increased likelihood of developing a particular disease or health condition. These may include genetic predisposition, lifestyle factors, environmental exposures, and socio-economic determinants of health.