Cohort Studies
Cohort studies are a type of research used to observe and understand how certain factors, like lifestyle or exposure to risk, affect health over time. In these studies, researchers follow a group of people (the cohort) who share common characteristics, such as age or health status. They track these individuals over months or years to see how their behaviors or exposures impact outcomes, like disease development. This method helps identify trends and potential causes, providing valuable insights for public health and medicine.
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Cohort studies are a type of research that follows a group of people—called a cohort—over time to see how certain factors affect their health or outcomes. Researchers observe participants who share a common characteristic, like age or exposure to a particular risk, and monitor them for a period. By comparing different groups within the cohort, such as those exposed to a risk factor versus those who are not, scientists can identify patterns and potential causes of diseases or other effects. This method helps establish links between behaviors and health outcomes, providing valuable insights for public health.