TWiV 1215: What's the worst that could happen?
This Week in Virology
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Modeling Infectious Disease Dynamics
This chapter explores the complexities of modeling infectious diseases like polio and diphtheria, highlighting the significance of the basic reproduction number (R0) and age-specific social mixing in disease transmission. It discusses the risks associated with declining vaccination rates and the potential resurgence of diseases due to inadequate immunization. The conversation underscores the need for maintaining high vaccination coverage to safeguard public health and prevent outbreaks.
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