Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of disease and is therefore the foundation of public health policy and practice.
Epidemiology is the foundation of public health policy and practice.
It has allowed us to understand much of what causes human disease, leading to public health interventions that prevent disease in populations. These are fascinating and challenging times for epidemiologists-we have more methods and tools at our disposal than ever before yet face new health challenges in our global environment. Our teaching at Saint Louis University seeks to provide students with a strong foundation in epidemiologic methods ensuring that graduates are well equipped to work in a variety of settings. Our faculty has a broad range of research interests, with a major focus in chronic disease epidemiology. A major strength of our program is our close linkage with public health practice including state and local health departments, community organizations, and health care organizations.