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World field epidemiology day 2023: Increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion

Content Editor: Dr. M Swathi Shenoy

September 12, 2023 at 12:30:00 PM

Public Health, International days

Content Editor: Dr. M Swathi Shenoy
  • World Field Epidemiology Day is celebrated every year on the 7th of September. 

  • This year’s theme is “Increasing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Field Epidemiology.”

  • This movement aims to increase recognition and raise awareness regarding the field of epidemiology. 

  • Field epidemiologists play a vital role in:

  1. Protecting the health of populations 

  2. Advancing global health security 

  3. Increasing the investments in the field by training and research. 

  • The covid-19 outbreak has brought unparalleled visibility to this field but has not increased the understanding of the field.       

  • There is a need for increased support and investment in this field.

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