A Critical Review in Infectious Disease and Mathematical Modelling

Abstract

Infectious diseases control and prevention relies on a thorough understanding of the factors determining transmission. The transmission dynamics of infectious diseases is susceptible to changes governed by several factors, whose recognition is critical for the rational development of strategies for prevention and control, as well as for developing health policies. This article summarizes the fundamental principles of infectious disease transmission and compartmental models. Basic principles of infectious disease diagnosis, reasons for formulating the infectious diseases and historical facts on epidemics are also reviewed.