Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention in Canada-Research Policy and Practice

metrics 2024

Advancing Canadian health through research and policy.

Introduction

Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention in Canada - Research Policy and Practice is a leading open-access journal published by the Public Health Agency Canada. This journal, indexed with the ISSN 2368-738X, is dedicated to advancing the field of health promotion while addressing chronic disease prevention in the Canadian context. Since its inception in 2008, it has gained a robust reputation, evidenced by its ranking in the second quartile (Q2) across multiple categories including Epidemiology, Health Policy, and Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health. With its emphasis on research and policy implications, the journal serves as a critical resource for researchers, healthcare professionals, and students alike, aiming to promote evidence-based practices and driving discussions that shape public health policies. The journal is particularly noted for its triangulation of research findings into actionable strategies, making it relevant for both academic inquiry and practical application. Whether you are seeking to enhance your knowledge or contribute to the discourse on chronic disease prevention, this journal offers a platform for sharing impactful research and innovative ideas.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.88
Journal Impact Factor2.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.70
H-Index30
Journal IF Without Self2.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.33
Influence0.84
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life4.80
Citing Half Life5.30
JCI0.66
Total Documents424
WOS Total Citations889
SCIMAGO Total Citations2098
SCIMAGO SELF Citations107
Scopus Journal Rank0.88
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.31
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.44
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.56

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Health Policy in Medicine
Rank #102/310
Percentile 67.10
Quartile Q2
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health in Medicine
Rank #241/665
Percentile 63.76
Quartile Q2
Epidemiology in Medicine
Rank #69/148
Percentile 53.38
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 189/403
Percentile 53.20
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 197/403
Percentile 51.12
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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