Consistency and reliability of COVID-19 projection models as a means to save lives

In January 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic took the United States (US) by surprise. Projections were needed to estimate the magnitude and plan responses at national and local levels. In turn, the projections influenced decisions regarding social distancing, resource distribution, and lockdowns like the mandatory closing of businesses and schools [1].

Source: The American Journal of Emergency Medicine - July 10, 2020 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Brendon Sen-Crowe, Mark McKenney, Adel Elkbuli Source Type: research