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

The incidence of diabetes rises with age.
Not Individual Cases
Focuses on group statistics, not individual occurrences.

Despite his lifestyle, his case didn't affect the general incidence of heart attacks.
Impersonal Tone
Typically used in formal or academic contexts where an impartial tone is required.

Researchers are studying the incidence of infections in urban areas.
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