Abstract
We consider the SIR model with two sexual groups to discuss the effect of the asymmetricity in the transmission dynamics of STDs. It is shown that the asymmetric transmission between two groups results in the asymmetric structure of infective populations.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 67-91 |
Number of pages | 25 |
Journal | Mathematical and Computer Modelling |
Volume | 23 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1996 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Epidemics
- SIR model
- Sex ratio
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Modelling and Simulation
- Computer Science Applications