Host behaviour driven by awareness of infection risk amplifies the chance of superspreading events
We demonstrate that heterogeneity in the perceived risks associated with infection within host populations amplifies chances of superspreading during the crucial early stages of epidemics. Under this behavioural model, individuals less concerned about dangers from infection are more likely to be inf...
Main Authors: | Parag, KV, Thompson, RN |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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The Royal Society
2024
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