HealthJuly 7, 2026
biostatistics
/ˌbaɪoʊstəˈtɪstɪks/
Definition
The branch of statistics applied to the analysis of biological and medical data, particularly in research studies.
Etymology
The word is a 20th-century compound formed by combining the Greek 'bios' (life) with 'statistics,' which stems from the New Latin 'statisticus' referring to political state affairs.
In the news
The term is listed as a professional specialty on the Cureus platform, representing the field of expertise required to conduct and interpret the systematic review described in the article.
Mental Health and Substance Use in Rural and Northern British Columbia: A Systematic Review of Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Intervention Effectiveness
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