List of epidemics

List of epidemics

This is a list of the largest known epidemics caused by an infectious disease. Widespread non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease and cancer are not included. An epidemic is the rapid spread of disease to a large number of people in a given population.

About List of epidemics in brief

Summary List of epidemicsThis is a list of the largest known epidemics caused by an infectious disease. Widespread non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease and cancer are not included. An epidemic is the rapid spread of disease to a large number of people in a given population within a short period of time.