Early detection of cholera epidemics to support control in fragile states: estimation of delays and potential epidemic sizes
Abstract Background Cholera epidemics continue to challenge disease control, particularly in fragile and conflict-affected states. Rapid detection and response to small cholera clusters is key for efficient control before an epidemic propagates. To understand the capacity for early response in fragi...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2020-12-01
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Series: | BMC Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12916-020-01865-7 |