Physical distancing versus testing with self-isolation for controlling an emerging epidemic
Abstract Two distinct strategies for controlling an emerging epidemic are physical distancing and regular testing with self-isolation. These strategies are especially important before effective vaccines or treatments become widely available. The testing strategy has been promoted frequently but used...
Main Authors: | Stephen C. Newbold, Madison Ashworth, David Finnoff, Jason F. Shogren, Linda Thunström |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Nature Portfolio
2023-05-01
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Series: | Scientific Reports |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-35083-x |
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