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How can epidemiological data used to support a policy? Give an example.

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This solutions describes how epidemiological data can be used to support a policy. Provides an example and references.

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Good question! It is an interesting relationship, as epidemiological data informs policy as well as supports policy. For example, a study might suggest data that results in implementing a new policy or, as this question is asking, epidemiological data might support an existing policy. For example, the study we looked at in an earlier post could be considered epidemiological data used to support a policy.

Example 1:
The policy to serve only pasteurized milk in the hospital due to potential health risks of unpasteurized milk.
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