An endemic refers to the consistent presence of a disease within a particular population or geographic area at a steady baseline level.
Unlike epidemics, which involve sudden spikes in cases, endemics represent a stable and predictable pattern of disease transmission.
The population may develop some level of immunity over time, and the disease becomes a regular part of the local environment. Endemics can persist for extended periods, and controlling them often requires long-term public health strategies and interventions.
