Qun Song1, Chao Gao1, Han Wu1, Zhiheng Rao1, Huafeng Qin1,*, Simon Fong1,2,*
CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.86, No.2, pp. 1-49, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.070918
- 09 December 2025
Abstract Metaheuristic algorithms, renowned for strong global search capabilities, are effective tools for solving complex optimization problems and show substantial potential in e-Health applications. This review provides a systematic overview of recent advancements in metaheuristic algorithms and highlights their applications in e-Health. We selected representative algorithms published between 2019 and 2024, and quantified their influence using an entropy-weighted method based on journal impact factors and citation counts. CThe Harris Hawks Optimizer (HHO) demonstrated the highest early citation impact. The study also examined applications in disease prediction models, clinical decision support, and intelligent health monitoring. Notably, the More >