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Reconstructing the early global dynamics of under-ascertained COVID-19 cases and infections

Asymptomatic or subclinical SARS-CoV-2 infections are often unreported, which means that confirmed case counts may not accurately reflect underlying epidemic dynamics. Understanding the level of ascertainment (the ratio of confirmed symptomatic cases to the true number of symptomatic individuals) and undetected epidemic progression is crucial to informing COVID-19 response planning, including the introduction and relaxation of control measures.

Tracking global intervention coverage

Adam Dan Saddler Weiss PhD PhD Senior Research Officer Honorary Research Fellow Daniel.Weiss@thekids.org.au Senior Research Officer Honorary