Rapid prototyping of models for COVID-19 outbreak detection in workplaces.

ABSTRACT: Early case detection is critical to preventing onward transmission of COVID-19 by enabling prompt isolation of index infections, and identification and quarantining of contacts. Timeliness and completeness of ascertainment depend on the surveillance strategy employed. This paper presents modelling used to inform workplace testing strategies for the Australian government in early 2021. We use rapid prototype modelling to quickly investigate the effectiveness of testing strategies to aid decision making. Models are developed with a focus on providing relevant results to policy makers, and these models are continually updated and improved as new questions are posed. Developed to support the implementation of testing strategies in high risk workplace settings in Australia, our modelling explor

SUBMITTER: Abell I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10591376 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature