Comunidad y Salud
Scope & Guideline
Championing research that transforms community well-being.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Community Health Research:
The journal prioritizes studies that explore health issues within community contexts, emphasizing the importance of social factors in health outcomes. - Public Health Policies:
A significant focus is placed on the evaluation and development of public health policies, particularly in response to emerging health crises such as pandemics. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Research often employs interdisciplinary methodologies, integrating perspectives from sociology, anthropology, and health sciences to address complex health issues. - Focus on Vulnerable Populations:
There is a consistent emphasis on vulnerable and marginalized groups, highlighting issues such as gender-based violence, mental health, and access to healthcare. - Epidemiological Studies:
The journal publishes a variety of epidemiological studies that investigate the distribution and determinants of health-related states in specific populations.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19:
Numerous studies have emerged addressing the social, psychological, and health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, indicating a significant trend in public health research. - Gender-Based Violence:
Research on gender-based violence has gained prominence, particularly in understanding its roots in victimization and societal structures, highlighting the need for comprehensive support systems. - Mental Health Awareness:
There is an increasing focus on mental health issues, particularly in relation to the pandemic, emphasizing the importance of mental well-being as a key component of overall health. - Social Determinants of Health:
The journal is increasingly emphasizing the role of social determinants in health outcomes, advocating for a broader understanding of health beyond clinical settings. - Environmental Health Concerns:
Emerging themes related to environmental health, such as the effects of mining on public health and epidemiology, reflect a growing awareness of the interplay between environment and health.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Medical Practices:
There has been a noticeable decrease in publications related to traditional medical practices, indicating a shift towards more contemporary and evidence-based health interventions. - Nutritional Studies in Isolation:
Research focusing solely on nutritional studies without addressing broader social determinants of health has become less prevalent, reflecting a more integrated approach to health research. - General Health Education:
Themes centered around general health education without specific context or application are appearing less frequently, suggesting a move towards targeted health interventions and education. - Single-Disease Focus:
Studies focusing exclusively on single diseases, without consideration of comorbidities or social factors, are declining, as the journal increasingly values holistic health perspectives. - Historical Perspectives on Health:
Research examining historical health practices or perspectives has waned, indicating a preference for current and actionable health research.
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