Section Policies
The International Journal of Public Health Science (IJPHS) welcomes submissions from a wide range of topics across the field of public health and related multidisciplinary areas. All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous single-blind peer review process to ensure the academic quality, relevance, and integrity of published research. The journal accepts various types of manuscripts, including original research articles, review papers, and special reports.
Authors are encouraged to submit their manuscripts to the section that best represents the main focus of their research. Each section is managed by expert editors with strong international academic credentials and specialized expertise in their respective subject areas.
Epidemiology
Covers studies on risk factors, communicable and non-communicable diseases, etiology, determinants of health and disease, population and sample selection, and evidence-based research. Includes study designs (observational: cross-sectional, case-control, cohort; and experimental), data collection, statistical analysis (bivariate, multivariate, regression, survival analysis), epidemiological indicators (incidence, prevalence, mortality, morbidity, odds ratio, relative risk), bias, confounding, reliability, and validity. Topics also include disease transmission, outbreak investigation, surveillance, screening, prevention, and rehabilitation.
Editors: Mane Abhay, Babruwahan, Jamuna Prakash, Jay Silverman
Health Promotion
Focuses on prevention, health education, community empowerment, social marketing, behavioral intervention, lifestyle modification, breastfeeding promotion, smoking cessation, health literacy, and health equity. Covers qualitative and quantitative studies on communication strategies, behavioral theories and models, self-efficacy, intention, perception, cultural and belief systems, use of technology and social media, and evaluation of community-based health programs.
Editors: Miguel A. Mayer MD, PhD, MPH, MSc, Dipl; Henry Imhonde
Maternal & Reproductive Health
Covers maternal, infant, and child health, fertility, contraception, breastfeeding, immunization, pregnancy complications (e.g., eclampsia), unsafe abortion, antenatal and postpartum care, reproductive health, breast cancer, HIV/AIDS, and sexually transmitted diseases. Includes issues of gender, reproductive justice, equality, neonatal and adolescent health, menopause, and demographic transitions.
Editors: Veronique Gucht, Ellina Lytvyak, Jennifer Spencer
Occupational Health & Safety
Encompasses workplace hazards, industrial and construction safety, disaster prevention, risk management, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), ergonomics, occupational exposure limits, OHSAS 18001, ILO standards, work injuries, musculoskeletal disorders, occupational stress, workplace bullying, overwork, productivity, and safety policies.
Hospital Management
Covers hospital administration, health planning, medical records, accountability, leadership, hospital accreditation, patient care, infection control, pharmacy, logistics, hospital information systems, budgeting, and ethical considerations in hospital operations.
Editors: Veronique Gucht, Muhiuddin Haider
Public Health Nutrition
Covers nutrition-related research including food intake, dietary patterns, malnutrition, stunting, obesity, food security and safety, prenatal nutrition, anemia, metabolism, and macro- and micronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals). Also includes diet-related diseases and public health nutrition interventions.
Editors: Jamuna Prakash, Fazal Shirazi
Environmental Health
Addresses environmental issues affecting public health including toxicology, pollution (air, water, soil), sanitation, waste management, personal hygiene, vector control, water quality monitoring, climate change, floods, forest fires, pesticides, and infectious diseases related to environmental exposure.
Editors: Xiaoli Gao, Tassanee Rawiworrakul, Asna Urooj
Health Policy
Encompasses health systems, laws and regulations, health insurance, policy briefs, program evaluation, advocacy, SWOT analysis, resource management, leadership, budgeting, and strengthening institutional capacity. Topics also include national health coverage, equity, innovation, and protection of vulnerable populations.
Editors: Miguel A. Mayer MD, PhD, MPH, MSc, Dipl; Mane Abhay, Babruwahan
Other Topics in Public Health Science
Includes literature reviews, special reports, editorials, and letters to the editor related to the field of public health science. Interdisciplinary or methodological studies are also welcome.
Editors: Veronique Gucht, Henry Imhonde, Jennifer Spencer
If your manuscript fits multiple sections, please choose the one that best represents the main focus of your work. For any questions regarding section selection or editorial matters, please contact the editorial office.