Describe each of these factors for a Salmonella foodborne outbreak. What are some of the host factors that can influence the occurrence of a disease?

Module 1 – SLP

INTRODUCTION TO EPIDEMIOLOGY

According to the epidemiologic triad, there are three factors that influence the occurrence of disease:

• Etiologic agent
• Host factors
• Environmental factors

Describe each of these factors for a Salmonella foodborne outbreak. What are some of the host factors that can influence the occurrence of a disease?

Be sure to support your essay with evidence from the literature.

Length: 2–3 pages, excluding title page and references.

SLP Assignment Expectations

Assessment and Grading: Your paper will be assessed based on the performance assessment rubric that is linked within the course. Review it before you begin working on the assignment.

Your work should also follow these Assignment Expectations.