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Dynamics of Disease Transmission
Makerere University College of Health Sciences
PPTX202645 pages2.7 MB
The course covers various factors that determine susceptibility to infection, including genetic, nutritional, and immunological aspects. It discusses the epidemiological triad and advanced models of disease causation, emphasizing the complexity of disease states and the importance of identifying multiple risk factors. Additionally, it examines modes of transmission and the concept of herd immunity, alongside key metrics such as incubation periods and attack rates.
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