International Journal of Social Determinants of Health and Health Services
Scope & Guideline
Innovating health services by understanding social determinants.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Social Determinants of Health (SDOH):
This journal emphasizes the study of social determinants of health, exploring how factors such as socioeconomic status, education, and environment affect health outcomes and access to healthcare. - Intersectionality in Health Services:
A core focus is on intersectionality, analyzing how overlapping social identities (e.g., race, gender, socioeconomic status) impact health and healthcare experiences, particularly among vulnerable populations. - Global Health Perspectives:
The journal incorporates a global perspective, addressing health issues across different countries and contexts, and examining the effects of globalization, policy, and economic factors on health services. - Health Equity and Policy Analysis:
It aims to advance discussions on health equity, evaluating policies and practices that contribute to or alleviate health disparities, particularly in low-income and marginalized communities. - Epidemiological Theories and Frameworks:
The journal also engages with theoretical frameworks in epidemiology, contributing to the discourse on disease distribution and health outcomes influenced by social and economic structures.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Health Inequities:
A significant trend is the examination of how the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated existing health inequities, with numerous studies focusing on its differential impact across various populations. - Precarious Employment and Health:
Research on the health effects of precarious employment has gained traction, highlighting how job insecurity and unstable work arrangements contribute to health disparities. - Environmental and Climate Health Impacts:
There is an increasing focus on the intersection of environmental issues, climate change, and health, particularly how environmental degradation disproportionately affects vulnerable communities. - Decolonization and Global Health Perspectives:
Emerging themes include the decolonization of health frameworks and research methodologies, emphasizing the importance of indigenous perspectives and local knowledge in health discourse. - Technological Innovations in Health Services:
The journal is also exploring the role of technology in health service delivery, particularly how innovations can address social determinants and improve access to care.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Epidemiological Studies:
There appears to be a waning interest in traditional epidemiological studies that do not incorporate social determinants, as the journal increasingly focuses on the broader socio-political context affecting health. - Generalized Health Policy Discussions:
Discussions around generic health policy without a critical lens on social determinants and equity have decreased, suggesting a shift towards more nuanced and context-specific analyses. - Non-Contextualized Health Interventions:
Research focusing on health interventions that do not consider social, economic, or cultural contexts has become less frequent, indicating a preference for studies that integrate these factors.
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