Estimating the number of SARS cases in mainland China in 2002-3

Joe Gani*

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    Abstract

    This note is concerned with estimating the number of SARS cases in the 2002-3 epidemic in mainland China. Some recorded data from Hong Kong, and partial data from the mainland are used, while SARS incidence is modelled by a Beta function in order to derive likely outcomes. The conclusion is that there were many more cases of SARS in mainland China than were officially recorded.

    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationContributions to Probability and Statistics
    Subtitle of host publicationApplications and Challenges - Proceedings of the International Statistics Workshop
    PublisherWorld Scientific Publishing Co. Pte Ltd
    Pages69-72
    Number of pages4
    ISBN (Print)9812703918, 9789812703910
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2006
    EventInternational Statistics Workshop on Contributions to Probability and Statistics: Applications and Challenges - Canberra, ACT, Australia
    Duration: 4 Apr 20055 Apr 2005

    Publication series

    NameContributions to Probability and Statistics: Applications and Challenges - Proceedings of the International Statistics Workshop

    Conference

    ConferenceInternational Statistics Workshop on Contributions to Probability and Statistics: Applications and Challenges
    Country/TerritoryAustralia
    CityCanberra, ACT
    Period4/04/055/04/05

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