How do they match: Epidemiologists

  • Communicable Diseases Specialist
  • Epidemiology Investigator
  • Infectious Disease Specialist

  • Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, or health outcomes. May develop the means for prevention and control.

  • Investigate diseases or parasites to determine cause and risk factors, progress, life cycle, or mode of transmission.
  • Monitor and report incidents of infectious diseases to local and state health agencies.
  • Plan and direct studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.

  • Communicate with government agencies.