Heterogeneities in the transmission of infectious agents: implications for the design of control programs.

Volume: 94, Issue: 1, Pages: 338 - 342
Published: Jan 7, 1997
Abstract
From an analysis of the distributions of measures of transmission rates among hosts, we identify an empirical relationship suggesting that, typically, 20% of the host population contributes at least 80% of the net transmission potential, as measured by the basic reproduction number, R0. This is an example of a statistical pattern known as the 20/80 rule. The rule applies to a variety of disease systems, including vector-borne parasites and...
Paper Details
Title
Heterogeneities in the transmission of infectious agents: implications for the design of control programs.
Published Date
Jan 7, 1997
Volume
94
Issue
1
Pages
338 - 342
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