Modelling the impact of human behavior using a two-layer Watts-Strogatz network for transmission and control of Mpox
Qiaojuan Jia,
Ling Xue,
Ran Sui
et al.
Abstract:Purpose
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of mitigation strategies and analyze the impact of human behavior on the transmission of Mpox. The results can provide guidance to public health authorities on comprehensive prevention and control for the new Mpox virus strain in the Democratic Republic of Congo as of December 2023.
Methods
We develop a two-layer Watts-Strogatz network model. The basic reproduction number is calculated using the… Show more
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