Essays about: "influenza epidemic"

Found 4 essays containing the words influenza epidemic.

  1. 1. Simulation of airborne transmission of infection in a confined space using an agent-based model

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Joel Lützow; Cecilia Mikiver; [2020]
    Keywords : Agent-based model; ABM; MASON; measles; airborne transmission; droplet infection; epidemic; epidemiological model; Agentbaserad modell; ABM; MASON; mässling; luftburen smitta; droppinfektion; epidemi; epidemiologisk modell;

    Abstract : As the world observes a new pandemic with COVID-19, it is clear that pathogens can spread rapidly and without recognition of borders. Outbreaks will continue to occur, and so the diseases’ transmission method must be thoroughly understood in order to minimize their impact. READ MORE

  3. 2. Investigating inclusive risk communication in the context of influenza outbreaks : Insights from South Korea and Vietnam

    University essay from Södertörns högskola/Utveckling och internationellt samarbete

    Author : Stina Nygren; Moa Zeidlitz; [2020]
    Keywords : Information and communication technology; Epidemic; Pandemic; Communication inequalities; Public health emergency preparedness; Digital divide; Risk communication; Preparedness strategies; Communication strategies;

    Abstract : Outbreaks of novel influenza viruses are continually occurring on many places on our planet, with the ultimate and most extreme consequence being a full-scale pandemic. Modern communication technology is widely used for risk communication regarding recommended change in behavior patterns and other precautions in order to mitigate the transmission. READ MORE

  4. 3. Fear of influenza vaccination in the event of an epidemic : Perceptions of threat and trust in two socioeconomically different areas of Stockholm

    University essay from Södertörns högskola/Miljövetenskap

    Author : Linn Jansson Öhlén; [2019]
    Keywords : Epidemic pandemic Control; Influenza; Vaccination; Health Belief Model; Trust; Socioeconomics;

    Abstract : In recent history, four influenza pandemics have occurred causing worldwide suffering. It is only a matter of time when a fifth pandemic will emerge. The willingness of the public to perform recommended precautionary actions is central for successful outbreak management, where the most important measure is vaccination. READ MORE

  5. 4. Does the current influenza activity generate stock market responses?

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

    Author : Björn Norrby; Ida Florestedt; [2015]
    Keywords : influenza; influenza epidemic; influenza season; event study; stock market reaction;

    Abstract : This paper investigates if the release of influenza activity information during influenza seasons on the US aggregate level, from 1997 to 2015, generates any stock market responses. The hypothesis is that certain companies (i.e. heath insurance companies/pharmacies) might disadvantage/advantage from an unexpected mild/severe influenza season. READ MORE