About the Journal

Aims & Scope

"International Journal of Global Health"(IJGH) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing the field of global health through the publication of high-quality research, reviews, and scholarly articles. The journal provides a comprehensive platform for researchers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and public health practitioners to share their findings and insights into various aspects of global health. Our mission is to enhance the understanding of health issues affecting populations worldwide, promote health equity, and foster the development of innovative solutions to improve health outcomes globally.

Key Areas of Interest Include:

  1. Global Health Policy and Governance:

    • Research on health policies, regulations, and governance structures affecting global health.
    • Studies on international health organizations, global health initiatives, and policy implementation.
    • Analysis of health systems, policy frameworks, and their impact on health outcomes.

  2. Epidemiology and Public Health:

    • Studies on the distribution and determinants of health and disease in populations.
    • Research on public health interventions, disease surveillance, and outbreak response.
    • Analysis of epidemiological trends, risk factors, and prevention strategies.

  3. Infectious Diseases:

    • Research on the epidemiology, transmission, and control of infectious diseases.
    • Studies on emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, including pandemics.
    • Innovations in vaccines, diagnostics, and treatment strategies.

  4. Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs):

    • Studies on the burden, risk factors, and prevention of NCDs, such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and cancer.
    • Research on lifestyle interventions, health promotion, and chronic disease management.
    • Analysis of the global impact of NCDs and strategies for mitigation.

  5. Maternal and Child Health:

    • Research on the health and well-being of mothers, infants, and children.
    • Studies on maternal mortality, child development, and reproductive health.
    • Interventions to improve maternal and child health outcomes globally.

  6. Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health:

    • Research on health disparities and the social determinants affecting health equity.
    • Studies on poverty, education, gender, and other factors influencing health outcomes.
    • Strategies to address health inequities and promote social justice in health.

  7. Global Health Ethics and Human Rights:

    • Examination of ethical issues and human rights concerns in global health.
    • Studies on access to healthcare, informed consent, and ethical research practices.
    • Analysis of health equity, justice, and the right to health.

  8. Health Systems and Services Research:

    • Research on the organization, delivery, and financing of health services.
    • Studies on health workforce, healthcare access, and quality of care.
    • Innovations in health system strengthening and service delivery models.

  9. Environmental Health and Climate Change:

    • Research on the impact of environmental factors and climate change on health.
    • Studies on air and water quality, sanitation, and occupational health.
    • Strategies for mitigating health impacts of environmental hazards.

  10. Global Mental Health:

    • Research on the prevalence, determinants, and treatment of mental health disorders.
    • Studies on mental health promotion, prevention, and intervention strategies.
    • Analysis of global mental health policies and services.

  11. Health Innovation and Technology:

    • Research on the role of technology and innovation in improving global health.
    • Studies on digital health, telemedicine, and health information systems.
    • Innovations in medical devices, diagnostics, and health technologies.

  12. Global Health Education and Capacity Building:

    • Studies on training, education, and capacity building in global health.
    • Research on the effectiveness of educational programs and workforce development.
    • Strategies for building global health capacity and strengthening local health systems.

By covering these diverse fields, the "International Journal of Global Health" aims to provide a comprehensive and interdisciplinary platform for the dissemination of cutting-edge research and knowledge in global health. We welcome original research articles, review papers, case studies, and technical notes that contribute to the understanding and improvement of health outcomes worldwide.

Publication Frequency

The journal is published online continuously in annual general issues. Articles included in special issues are published at one time, and the issue is then closed to additional articles.

Peer Review Type

Double anonymized

Reviewer identity is not made visible to author, author identity is not made visible to reviewer, reviewer and author identity is visible to (decision-making) editor.

Open Access Type

Full Gold Open Access

The final version of an article is freely and permanently accessible for everyone, immediately after publication.
No subscription fees are charged for any part of a journal that is fully gold open access.

Archiving Policy

We focus on making content discoverable and accessible through indexing services. Content is also archived to ensure long-term availability. The journal is indexed by the following services:

Google Scholar, the journal is available for harvesting via OAI-PMH.

To ensure the permanency of the journal, we utilize the Portico archiving system to create permanent archives for the purposes of preservation and restoration.

If the journal is not indexed by your preferred service, please let us know by emailing:  office@esdpub.com

 

 

Detailed information on policies and guidelines regarding our open access policy, copyrights and licenses, etc. can be viewed in our resource list.