Mixing patterns and the spread of close-contact infectious diseases

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Surprisingly little is known regarding the human mixing patterns relevant to the spread of close-contact infections, such as measles, influenza and meningococcal disease. This study aims to estimate the number of partnerships that individuals make, their stabilit...

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Main Authors: Wallinga J, Kafatos G, Edmunds WJ, Mossong JR
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-08-01
Series:Emerging Themes in Epidemiology
Online Access:http://www.ete-online.com/content/3/1/10