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Heterogeneity and effectiveness analysis of COVID-19 prevention and control in major cities in China through time-varying reproduction number estimation

Medicine and Health

Heterogeneity and effectiveness analysis of COVID-19 prevention and control in major cities in China through time-varying reproduction number estimation

Q. Cheng, Z. Liu, et al.

Explore the dynamic landscape of COVID-19 prevention in 25 major Chinese cities during early 2020. This compelling research by Qing Cheng, Zeyi Liu, Guangquan Cheng, and Jincai Huang reveals that while most cities successfully curbed the spread, some like Wuhan faced ongoing challenges. Discover critical insights for enhancing epidemic measures!

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Abstract
This paper analyzes the heterogeneity and effectiveness of COVID-19 prevention and control measures in 25 major Chinese cities from January 11 to February 10, 2020. Using a time-varying reproduction number method and a serial correlation method, the study finds that while the effective reproduction number (R) showed an overall downward trend, significant differences existed among cities. 21 out of 25 cities effectively controlled the epidemic (R < 1 by February 10th), while Wuhan, Tianmen, Ezhou, and Enshi still faced challenges. The study identifies critical time points for outbreak control in various cities and offers insights for improving epidemic prevention and control measures.
Publisher
Scientific Reports
Published On
Dec 15, 2020
Authors
Qing Cheng, Zeyi Liu, Guangquan Cheng, Jincai Huang
Tags
COVID-19
prevention
control measures
epidemic
China
reproduction number
city comparison
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