RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 A mathematical approach to epidemic control JF The Journal of the Royal College of General Practitioners JO J R Coll Gen Pract FD British Journal of General Practice SP 911 OP 916 VO 26 IS 173 A1 Damms, V. G. S. A1 Clarke, A. H. A1 Constable, G. M. YR 1976 UL http://bjgp.org/content/26/173/911.abstract AB A mathematical model of an influenza epidemic which occurred in 1961 is suggested. The mathematics imply conclusions on the practical control of similar outbreaks. This is a technique applicable to one general practice.