Incidence rates in dynamic populations

Abstract

The purpose of the present article is to explain the calculation of incidence rates in dynamic populations with the use of simple mathematical and statistical concepts. The first part will consider incidence rates in dynamic populations, and how they can best be taught in basic, intermediate and advanced courses. The second part will briefly explain how and why incidence rates are calculated in cohorts. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of the International Epidemiological Association. © The Author 2012; all rights reserved.