Exploratory Study of Determinants of the Spread of COVID-19 before Shelter-in-Place Orders.

ABSTRACT: This study explores the impact of relevant characteristics of counties and their relationship with increases in COVID-19 cases before shelter-in-place (SIP) orders in the U.S. The recent emergence of COVID-19 occurs when there is little understanding of the related factors affecting the growth and spread of the disease. These relationships are examined through an analysis of 672 counties before SIP orders were issued. Areas that experienced the most significant transmission of disease are identified, and their characteristics are analyzed. A meaningful relationship was found between the increase of COVID-19 cases and several factors. Average commute time and the proportion of commuters using transit had a positive relationship. Along with other socio-economic factors, such as median house

SUBMITTER: Yoo C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10149509 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature