Bidirectional impact of imperfect mask use on reproduction number of COVID-19: A next generation matrix approach

The use of masks as a means of reducing transmission of COVID-19 outside healthcare settings has proved controversial. Masks are thought to have two modes of effect: they prevent infection with COVID-19 in wearers; and prevent transmission by individuals with subclinical infection. We used a simple...

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Main Authors: David N. Fisman, Amy L. Greer, Ashleigh R. Tuite
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: KeAi Communications Co., Ltd. 2020-01-01
Series:Infectious Disease Modelling
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2468042720300191