A Simple Deterministic Model for the Spread of Leptospirosis in Thailand

In this work, we consider a deterministic model for the transmission of leptospirosis which is currently spreading in the Thai population. The SIR model which incorporates the features of this disease is applied to the epidemiological data in Thailand. It is seen that the numerical solutions of the SIR equations are in good agreement with real empirical data. Further improvements are discussed.

Authors:

• W. Triampo
• D. Baowan
• I.M. Tang
• N. Nuttavut
• J. Wong-Ekkabut
• G. Doungchawee

Keywords:

• Leptospirosis
• SIR Model
• Deterministic model
• Thailand.

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