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Mark Woolhouse

Mark Woolhouse is a British epidemiologist who studies how infectious diseases spread and how to control them. He uses scientific methods and mathematical models to understand outbreaks like COVID-19, influenza, and other illnesses. His work helps inform public health policies and strategies to prevent and manage diseases, aiming to protect communities and save lives. Woolhouse’s research often emphasizes the importance of surveillance, vaccination, and behavioral strategies in controlling epidemics. Overall, he contributes valuable knowledge to the global effort to understand and combat infectious diseases.