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Incidence

usgb/ˈɪnsɪdəns/Volume
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Epidemiology Specific

Used mainly to describe disease or ailment prevalence within a population over a certain time period.

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The incidence of diabetes rises with age.
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Not Individual Cases

Focuses on group statistics, not individual occurrences.

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Despite his lifestyle, his case didn't affect the general incidence of heart attacks.
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Impersonal Tone

Typically used in formal or academic contexts where an impartial tone is required.

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Researchers are studying the incidence of infections in urban areas.
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