Health and History

metrics 2024

Exploring the Past to Illuminate the Future of Health.

Introduction

Health and History is a distinguished journal dedicated to exploring the intersections of health, medicine, and historical inquiry. Published by the Australian & New Zealand Society for the History of Medicine, this journal aims to foster a deep understanding of how historical contexts shape contemporary health practices and policies. With an ISSN of 1442-1771 and an E-ISSN of 1839-3314, it provides a platform for rigorous scholarly research, although it currently operates without an open access model. The journal has made significant contributions to the field, offering insights that bridge the gap between historical knowledge and modern medical practice. Although its coverage in Scopus has been discontinued and it holds a rank of #611/862 in General Medicine, the journal continues to be a valuable resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike who seek to understand the evolution of health-related issues within historical frameworks. With an emphasis on both the Australian and New Zealand perspectives, Health and History remains committed to enriching our comprehension of health's historical narratives as they impact present and future healthcare systems.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank-
Journal Impact Factor0.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)-
H-Index-
Journal IF Without Self0.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.03
Influence-
Immediacy Index-
Cited Half Life-
Citing Half Life-
JCI0.10
Total Documents-
WOS Total Citations97
SCIMAGO Total Citations-
SCIMAGO SELF Citations-
Scopus Journal Rank0.22
Cites / Document (2 Years)-
Cites / Document (3 Years)-
Cites / Document (4 Years)-

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Medicine in Medicine
Rank #611/862
Percentile 29.12
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
Rank 64/104
Percentile 38.90
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
Rank 96/104
Percentile 7.69
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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