Epidemiology of Influenza

doi:10.1007/978-94-024-0908-6_3

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Epidemiology of Influenza

Published Jan 1, 2016 · Jian Wang

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Abstract

The patients with influenza or latent infection are the main source of its infection, and the infectivity persists for 1–7 days after onset, which is the strongest during the first 2–3 days after onset. Pigs, cattles, horses and other poultries may also spread influenza.

Study Snapshot

Influenza is mainly spread by patients with influenza or latent infection, but pigs, cattles, horses, and other poultry can also spread it.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Epidemiology of Influenza

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