Central European Journal of Public Health
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Public Health Through Comprehensive Research
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Epidemiology and Public Health Surveillance:
The journal publishes studies that examine the distribution and determinants of health-related states and events in specific populations, focusing on surveillance data to inform public health interventions. - Health Promotion and Disease Prevention:
Research on strategies and interventions aimed at promoting health and preventing diseases, particularly in vulnerable populations, is a core focus. - Nutrition and Lifestyle Factors:
The effects of dietary habits, physical activity, and lifestyle choices on health outcomes are frequently explored, with an emphasis on improving public health through better nutrition. - Health Policy and Management:
The journal addresses the implications of health policies, management practices, and healthcare systems, focusing on their impact on public health outcomes. - Social Determinants of Health:
Studies investigating how socioeconomic factors, cultural contexts, and community dynamics influence health disparities are prominently featured. - Infectious Diseases and Vaccination:
Research related to the epidemiology of infectious diseases, vaccination rates, and public responses to vaccination campaigns is a significant area of inquiry.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Public Health:
There is a growing body of research focused on the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on various aspects of public health, including vaccine hesitancy, long-term health outcomes, and healthcare systems. - Mental Health and Wellbeing:
Emerging themes emphasize mental health, particularly in the context of the pandemic, highlighting the need for research on mental health interventions and support systems. - Health Literacy and Education:
An increasing number of studies focus on health literacy, particularly among specific populations, and its implications for health outcomes and public health initiatives. - Nutrition and Public Health Policy:
There is a notable trend towards examining the relationship between nutrition, dietary practices, and public health policy, especially in light of rising obesity rates. - Socioeconomic Disparities in Health:
Research addressing how socioeconomic factors influence health outcomes is gaining traction, reflecting a broader understanding of the social determinants of health.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Infectious Disease Surveillance:
Research specifically focused on traditional infectious disease surveillance has decreased, as the focus has shifted towards broader health issues and the impacts of pandemics like COVID-19. - Environmental Health Issues:
While still relevant, studies centered solely on environmental health concerns, such as air quality and pollution, have seen a reduction in frequency as the journal expands its scope to encompass more diversified health topics. - Historical Public Health Practices:
There has been a noticeable decline in publications that examine historical public health practices or case studies, as contemporary issues take precedence in the journal's focus. - Chronic Disease Management:
Research dedicated to chronic disease management strategies, while important, appears to be less frequently published, possibly as other emerging health trends gain more attention. - Mental Health Interventions:
The specific focus on traditional mental health interventions has decreased, potentially overshadowed by the more pressing discussions surrounding mental health impacts due to COVID-19.
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