The Disparity and Dynamics of Social Distancing Behaviors in Japan: Investigation of Mobile Phone Mobility Data.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The availability of large-scale and fine-grained aggregated mobility data has allowed researchers to observe the dynamics of social distancing behaviors at high spatial and temporal resolutions. Despite the increasing attention paid to this research agenda, limited studies have focused on the demographic factors related to mobility, and the dynamics of social distancing behaviors have not been fully investigated.

Objective

This study aims to assist in designing and implementing public health policies by exploring how social distancing behaviors varied among various demographic groups over time.

Methods

We combined several data sources, including mobile tracking mobility data and geographical statistics, to estimate the visiting population of entertainment v

SUBMITTER: Lyu Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8942095 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature