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morbidity

 

[mɔːrˈbɪdəti ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

health statistics

Morbidity refers to the condition of being diseased or unhealthy, often measured by the incidence or prevalence of a disease in a certain population. It is an important concept in public health that provides insight into the health status of a population, indicating the burden of health conditions beyond mortality. Morbidity can encompass both physical and mental health issues, and it helps to understand the quality of life and overall well-being. Additionally, morbidity rates can be used to assess the effectiveness of healthcare systems and interventions.

Synonyms

disease, disorder, illness, sickness.

Examples of usage

  • The morbidity rate of diabetes is increasing in urban areas.
  • Public health officials track morbidity to identify areas needing intervention.
  • Mental health morbidity is often overlooked in many studies.
  • Statistics show the morbidity associated with tobacco use.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The term 'morbidity' comes from the Latin word 'morbidus', meaning 'sick' or 'unhealthy'.
  • It originally appeared in medical texts around the 16th century to describe the state of being diseased.

Medicine

  • Morbidity is often used to assess the health outcomes of a population, helping to identify public health needs.
  • Chronic conditions like diabetes or heart disease can lead to high morbidity rates among affected individuals.
  • Understanding morbidity helps healthcare professionals allocate resources effectively, improving community health.

Psychology

  • High morbidity can impact mental health, as living with illness often leads to stress or anxiety.
  • The perception of morbidity in society can influence how individuals react to health risks, altering their behaviors.

Statistics

  • Morbidity rates can be expressed as a percentage of a specific population, often tracked by healthcare organizations.
  • Researchers analyze morbidity to forecast healthcare needs and develop effective treatment strategies.

Public Health

  • Morbidity statistics are crucial during epidemics, helping authorities understand the spread and severity of diseases.
  • Community health programs often target reducing morbidity by focusing on prevention and early intervention strategies.

Translations

Translations of the word "morbidity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 morbidade

🇮🇳 बीमारी

🇩🇪 Morbidität

🇮🇩 morbiditas

🇺🇦 моральність

🇵🇱 morbidity

🇯🇵 罹患率

🇫🇷 morbidité

🇪🇸 mortalidad

🇹🇷 hastalığın sıklığı

🇰🇷 질병률

🇸🇦 معدل المرض

🇨🇿 morbidity

🇸🇰 chorobnosť

🇨🇳 发病率

🇸🇮 morbidity

🇮🇸 sjúkdómshyggð

🇰🇿 аурушаңдық

🇬🇪 ავადმყოფობის მაჩვენებელი

🇦🇿 xəstəlik dərəcəsi

🇲🇽 morbilidad

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,359, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.