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The Prediction of Hepatitis E through Ensemble Learning.

Tu Peng¹, Xiaoya Chen¹, Ming Wan²

¹School of Computer Science and Technology, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing 100081, China.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

|December 31, 2020

Summary

This study developed an ensemble learning model to predict Hepatitis E outbreaks using environmental data. The model significantly improves prediction accuracy compared to traditional methods, aiding public health efforts.

Keywords:

ensemble learning hepatitis E prediction

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Area of Science:

Epidemiology
Environmental Science
Machine Learning

Background:

Hepatitis E virus (HEV) causes significant global morbidity and mortality, with an estimated 20 million infections and 44,000 deaths annually.
Outbreaks are influenced by factors such as food, water, and climate, highlighting the need for predictive modeling.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and evaluate an ensemble learning model for predicting Hepatitis E outbreaks.
To identify key environmental factors correlating with HEV epidemic historical data.

Main Methods:

An ensemble learning model was constructed using Gradient Boosting Decision Tree (GBDT) and Random Forest algorithms.
Relevant environmental features, including water quality and meteorological data (radiation, air pressure, precipitation), were selected.
Model performance was evaluated using Root Mean Square Error (RMSE), Mean Absolute Error (MAE), and Mean Absolute Percentage Error (MAPE) against classical time series models.

Main Results:

The ensemble learning model demonstrated superior prediction accuracy compared to classical time series prediction models.
The inclusion of specific water quality and meteorological factors enhanced prediction effectiveness.

Conclusions:

Ensemble learning models offer a promising approach for Hepatitis E outbreak prediction.
Water quality and meteorological data are crucial predictors for improving HEV outbreak forecasting.