Dynamic optimization model for allocating medical resources in epidemic controlling

Purpose: The model proposed in this paper addresses a dynamic optimization model for allocating medical resources in epidemic controlling. Design/methodology/approach: In this work, a three-level and dynamic linear programming model for allocating medical resources based on epidemic diffusion model is proposed. The epidemic diffusion model is used to construct the forecasting mechanism for dynamic demand of medical resources. Heuristic algorithm coupled with MTLAB mathematical programming solver is adopted to solve the model. A numerical example is presented for testing the model’s practical applicability.

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