Annals of Epidemiology

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Annals of Epidemiology

The Annals of Epidemiology is a peer-reviewed medical journal that focuses on the field of epidemiology. It is published by Elsevier and is the official journal of the American College of Epidemiology.

Pronunciation

  • Annals: /ˈænəlz/
  • Epidemiology: /ˌɛpɪˌdiːmiˈɒlədʒi/

Etymology

  • Annals: Derived from the Latin word 'annālis', which means 'yearly'. In this context, it refers to the yearly records of the journal.
  • Epidemiology: The term is derived from the Greek words 'epi' (upon), 'demos' (people), and 'logos' (study). It refers to the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations.

Related Terms

  • Peer Review: The process by which an author's peers, recognized researchers in the field, read and evaluate a paper submitted for publication.
  • Medical Journal: A periodical publication that focuses on matters related to medicine and healthcare.
  • Elsevier: A Netherlands-based publishing company specializing in scientific, technical, and medical content.
  • American College of Epidemiology: A professional organization dedicated to continued education and advocacy in the field of epidemiology.

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