Overview
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Explore the transition to COVID-19 endemicity and its implications in this insightful panel discussion featuring experts in mathematical biology, global health, and epidemiology. Delve into the complexities of defining endemicity, the potential for new variants, and the challenges of providing policy recommendations based on available data. Gain valuable insights on future public health measures, including booster shots and mask-wearing, as well as the lessons learned from two years of pandemic response. Examine the global perspective on managing SARS-CoV-2, the importance of sensitivity analysis in modeling, and the intricate interactions between government officials and scientists in shaping public health policies.
Syllabus
Introduction
Introducing the Experts
What is endemicity
Mathematical definition of endemicity
Dr Jane Lamey
New variants
Evolution of Variance
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Diversity
Immunity
Global Perspective
Masking
Is it possible to have an anemicity
Small jurisdictions have different best responses
Sensitivity analysis
Difficulties in providing policy recommendations
Interactions between government and scientists
Michael
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Fields Institute