Afghani

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Afghani (Medicine)

Afghani (pronunciation: /æfˈɡæni/) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in the context of genetics and epidemiology, to refer to a person of Afghan descent or nationality. The term is used to denote a specific population group in studies related to genetic diseases, health disparities, and population health.

Etymology

The term "Afghani" is derived from "Afghan", the demonym for people from Afghanistan. The "-i" suffix is a common feature in Persian and Urdu languages, used to denote origin or relation.

Related Terms

  • Afghanistan: The country of origin for the Afghani population.
  • Genetic Epidemiology: The field of medical science that deals with the study of the role of genetic factors in determining health and disease in families and in populations.
  • Population Health: An approach to health that aims to improve the health of an entire population.
  • Health Disparities: Differences in health outcomes and their determinants between different segments of the population.

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