Predicting child mortality determinants in Uttar Pradesh using Machine Learning: Insights from the National Family and Health Survey (2019–21)

IF 2.3 Q2 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Pinky Pandey , Sacheendra Shukla , Niraj Kumar Singh , Mukesh Kumar
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Abstract

Aim

This study aimed to delineate spatial variations in under-five mortality across Uttar Pradesh and evaluate the efficacy of various machine learning algorithms in identifying critical determinants influencing these mortality rates.

Methods

The study utilized data from the National Family and Health Survey (NFHS) - V. Four machine learning algorithms—Random Forests, Logistic Regression, K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), and Naive Bayes—were applied alongside a traditional logistic regression model. Predictive performance was evaluated using metrics such as model accuracy and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves. Descriptive analysis highlighted regional variations in under-five mortality rates.

Results

Notable regional disparities in under-five mortality were observed across Uttar Pradesh. Predictive accuracies ranged from 76 % to 79.4 %, with the logistic regression model achieving the highest accuracy (79.4 %). All ML models demonstrated comparable predictive capabilities. The most effective model identified key determinants of under-five mortality, including breastfeeding status, number of births in the preceding five years, child's gender, birth intervals, antenatal care, birth order, type of water source, and maternal body mass index.

Conclusion

Machine learning models provide valuable insights into the determinants of under-five mortality, with the logistic regression model demonstrating superior predictive performance. Policy measures targeting critical factors, such as promoting breastfeeding, optimizing birth intervals, and improving maternal health and antenatal care, can significantly enhance childhood survival rates in Uttar Pradesh.
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Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health
Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH-
CiteScore
4.60
自引率
7.70%
发文量
218
审稿时长
66 days
期刊介绍: Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health (CEGH) is a multidisciplinary journal and it is published four times (March, June, September, December) a year. The mandate of CEGH is to promote articles on clinical epidemiology with focus on developing countries in the context of global health. We also accept articles from other countries. It publishes original research work across all disciplines of medicine and allied sciences, related to clinical epidemiology and global health. The journal publishes Original articles, Review articles, Evidence Summaries, Letters to the Editor. All articles published in CEGH are peer-reviewed and published online for immediate access and citation.
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