Optimal Control Theory Applied to Rabies Epidemiological Model with Time-dependent Vaccination in Davao City, Mindanao Island, Philippines
In high rabies transmissibility scenarios, a time-dependent vaccination strategy demonstrated a reduction in the number of rabies-infected dogs. However, this approach involves a trade-off, limiting the period during which monthly vaccinations can be relaxed. Consequently, a robust and timely vaccination program for dogs is crucial to manage high rabies transmission rates. Lastly, the model simulation underscores the importance of initiating monthly vaccinations.
Authors
- Zython Paul Lachica (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7824-8901)
- Arlene Lagare
- May Anne Mata (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2967-344X)
- Dejell Anne Satur
- El Veena Grace A Rosero
- Maria Corazon B. Sepulveda
- Giovanna Fae Oguis (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9511-4670)
- Eliezer O. Diamante
- Pamela Grace J Roxas
- John Raven C Macanan
- Noreen J Eng
Institutions
- University of the Philippines Mindanao (PH)
- University of Mindanao (PH)
- Veterinarians Without Borders (US)
- University of the Philippines Diliman (PH)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Acta Medica Philippina
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.47895/amp.v59i4.8875
- Primary Topic
- Rabies epidemiology and control
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- University of the Philippines
- Philippine Council for Health Research and Development