Publication Date
Summer 2026
Course Name
Organizations, Community & Global Health
Course Number
HCM 8110
Subject
Healthcare Management
Abstract
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by SARS-CoV-2, continues to affect healthcare systems and public health worldwide. This case study examines COVID-19 from an epidemiological perspective by looking at how the disease spreads, the populations most affected, the major risk factors, and the impact on healthcare systems. It also analyzes key epidemiological measures, including incidence, prevalence, hospitalization, and mortality trends, to better understand how the pandemic has changed over time. The findings show that older adults, individuals with chronic medical conditions, and socially disadvantaged populations continue to experience the greatest burden of disease, with social determinants of health playing an important role in outcomes. The case study also discusses ongoing challenges such as long COVID, workforce strain, and healthcare disparities before presenting evidence-based public health recommendations and hospital-level strategies aimed at improving preparedness and patient care. Overall, the analysis demonstrates how epidemiological data can support informed decision-making and help healthcare organizations better prepare for future public health emergencies while improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations.
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Recommended Citation
Olmeda, Armando, "COVID-19 Case Study" (2026). Distinguished Student Scholarship Collection. 16.
https://fuse.franklin.edu/dssc/16
