We propose a discrete SEIS network infectious disease model considering the change of mask-wearing behavior of susceptible and exposed individuals by establishing probability transition trees that describe the process of state changes. Based on the microscopic Markov chain method, the expression of the propagation threshold that depends on the density of mask-wearers and the network topology is solved. Through numerical simulations, it is found that the size relationship between the density of exposed and infected individuals is mainly dependent on the length of incubation period. It is also found that when the exposed individuals are highly contagious, the longer incubation period will lead to a larger scale of final infection, while the result is completely opposite when the exposed individuals are not contagious. Finally, the impact of the effectiveness and demand rate of masks on the spread of infectious diseases is studied. The results show that in the process of controlling infectious diseases, it is necessary to pay attention to diseases with long incubation period and strong infectivity, and at the same time mobilize more citizens to wear masks and choose masks with strong protection as much as possible.
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