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Epidemic
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épidémie
the rapid spread of an infectious disease within a specific population, community, or region, affecting a significant number of individuals at the same time
What is an "epidemic"?
An epidemic is an outbreak of a disease that spreads quickly and affects a large number of people within a community, region, or population at the same time, in contrast to a pandemic, which is a global outbreak of a disease. An epidemic often involves illnesses that were previously controlled or uncommon in the area. The spread can happen through person-to-person contact, contaminated food or water, or other methods. Public health measures, such as vaccination, quarantine, and hygiene practices, are typically used to control and prevent further spread of the disease.
epidemic
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épidémique
relating to or affecting a large number of people within a community, population, or region
Exemple
Prior to the development of vaccines, diseases like smallpox and diphtheria regularly caused deadly epidemics.
The current influenza epidemic has sickened thousands of people worldwide.
Scientists study the patterns of disease epidemics to better predict and prevent future outbreaks.
Due to its aggressive spread, the disease was declared an epidemic.
The successful containment prevented the epidemic from evolving into a pandemic crisis.
