Modelling epidemic diseases

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2010

Authors

Gani, Joseph

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Blackwell Publishing Ltd

Abstract

This paper traces the development of mathematical models for epidemics from the 18th century to the present day. The models are shown to be of use in predicting and controlling the spread of infection.

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Keywords: Epidemic model; General epidemic; Herd immunity; Influenza; Plague; Smallpox; Vaccination

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Australian and New Zealand Journal of Statistics

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Journal article

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2037-12-31