ABSTRACT
What is already known about this topic?: Many regions in China have recently reported outbreaks of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by the Omicron variant. What is added by this report?: Wuchuan County, Guizhou Province reacted quickly and implemented accurate intervention measures to effectively control the outbreak. The susceptible-exposed-infectious-asymptomatic-removed (SEIAR) model was applied to evaluate the effectiveness of intervention measures. What are the implications for public health practice?: Fast response measures should be taken to prevent the spread of outbreaks caused by the Omicron variant.
ABSTRACT
Objective: To analyze the epidemiological characteristics of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases in Guizhou, and provide evidence for the prevention and control of COVID-19.