## 21st Century of Epidemiology Key Messages are following below: 

> Training in applied epidemiology holds public health as a primary value, and training programmes are anchored in public health practice.

> Essential to the viability of training programmes in applied epidemiology is the flexibility to incorporate new analytical methods and integrate perspectives in social, behavioral, and economic sciences into the learning process.

>The essence of training in applied epidemiology is a 2-year field experience mentored by a practicing public health epidemiologist.

> Since 1951 more than 3000 health professionals have completed training programmes that have been established in 20 countries.

## 21st Century of Epidemiology Key Messages are following below: 

> Assessing current services and evaluating whether they are meeting the objectives of the health care system

> Ascertaining requirements as expressed by health professionals, the public and other stakeholders

> Identifying the most appropriate interventions

> Considering the effect on resources for proposed interventions and assessing their cost-effectiveness

> Supporting decision making in health care and planning health services including any necessary changes

> Informing, educating, and empowering people about health issues