Author Question: Who is considered the first epidemiologist? A) Hippocrates of Cos B) Aretaeus the Cappadocian ... (Read 40 times)

karlynnae · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Who is considered the first epidemiologist?

A) Hippocrates of Cos
B) Aretaeus the Cappadocian
C) Claudius Galen
D) Susruta

Question 2

Who in the history of epidemiology developed mortality surveillance systems, addressed basic epidemiologic concepts, and is considered the founder of modern statistics?

A) William Farr
B) John Graunt
C) Florence Nightingale
D) John Snow

SeanoH09 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
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Hippocrates of Cos was the first to record the relationship of the external environment to the health of individuals and is considered the first epidemiologist. Aretaeus the Cappadocian described pulmonary tuberculosis in detail. Claudius Galen described the four humors, introduced many drugs derived from plants, and was the first to describe smallpox. Susruta was a Brahmin physician who associated malaria with the mosquito.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
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William Farr is considered the father of modern statistics. John Graunt analyzed weekly reports of births and deaths. Florence Nightingale used statistics to improve public health in England. John Snow performed epidemiologic research on transmission of cholera using natural experiments, mapping, and rates.