How Relevant is the Basic Reproductive Number Computed During COVID-19, Especially During Lockdowns?
Srinivasa Rao ASR., Krantz SG., Bonsall MB., Kurien T., Byrareddy SN., Swanson DA., Bhat R., Sudhakar K.
Basic reproductive numbers during COVID-19, either through standard approaches or through time-varying approaches, are key for understanding the pandemic growth. However, improper usage and interpretations and computational difficulties during lockdowns could be misleading for planning and mitigation.