Disease patterns refer to variations in the occurrence and distribution of diseases within populations over time. They can include aspects like geographic location, prevalence rates, affected demographics, and temporal trends.
Related terms
Endemic Disease: A disease that regularly occurs within a specific geographic area or population.
Pandemic Disease: An outbreak of an infectious disease that affects multiple countries or continents simultaneously.
Spatial Analysis: The examination of geographical data using techniques such as mapping to understand patterns and relationships between variables.