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incidence

[in-si-duhns] / ˈɪn sɪ dəns /


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The UK has the highest incidence of mesothelioma in the world, with around 2,700 people diagnosed each year – about 50 of those are in Northern Ireland.

From BBC

It found that 94% of the tariff incidence was borne by the U.S. businesses and consumers in the first eight months of 2025.

From Barron's

The incidence of dementia among the elderly has fallen sharply in recent decades, several studies have found.

From The Wall Street Journal

What we’re going to have is a real-world experience of when unvaccinated people get measles, what is the new incidence of hospitalization?

From Los Angeles Times

That represents a 25% lower incidence in the speed training group with boosters.

From Science Daily