In: Statistics and Probability
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to large-scale suffering and loss of life. Explain how epidemiology has contributed to limiting the severity of the pandemic. And, suggest how epidemiology can be used to help control the pandemic. To answer this question, draw on your knowledge of study designs and applications of epidemiology. You will be marked on both the range of approaches suggested and how well they are applied to specific aspects of the problem. (600 word limit)