Ep·i·de·mi·ol·o·gy [ep-i-dee-mee-ol-uh-jee, -dem-ee-] is the branch of medicine that deals with the study of the causes, distribution, and control of disease in populations. Epidemiology is a major focus at the UTMB Montgomery County Health Department, where we work diligently to investigate, respond to and prevent disease outbreaks in Montgomery County.

The Epidemiology corner features common infectious diseases that have appeared in Montgomery County. We at MCHD hope this information helps you recognize and seek treatment for infectious diseases and, most importantly, learn how to prevent them.