Define epidemiology. Identify five objectives of epidemiology.

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Define epidemiology. Identify five objectives of epidemiology.

You are an epidemiologist, and have been asked to speak at Career Day for Myers College, a community college in your area. The theme of this year’s Career Day is “Little Known Health Science Fields.” Epidemiology has been identified as one such field, and you have been tasked with introducing the science to the students. In 500-750 words, address the following:

  1. Define epidemiology.
  2. Identify five objectives of epidemiology.
  3. Identify and explain three subspecialties within epidemiology.

Refer to the “Areas of Epidemiology” resource.

You are required to use a minimum of two scholarly resources.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines. An abstract is not required.