Lancet Regional Health-Europe
Scope & Guideline
Driving Change in Health Care Across Europe
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Public Health Research:
The journal publishes research that contributes to the understanding of public health issues, focusing on epidemiology, health outcomes, and health equity across diverse populations in Europe. - Health Policy and Systems:
It emphasizes research that informs health policy and systems, aiming to enhance healthcare delivery and effectiveness, especially in response to ongoing health crises. - Chronic Disease Management:
The journal covers studies related to the prevention, management, and outcomes of chronic diseases, with a focus on multimorbidity and the socioeconomic factors influencing health. - Infectious Disease Surveillance:
Research related to infectious diseases, including surveillance, outbreak management, and vaccination strategies, is a core focus, particularly in light of recent pandemics. - Migration and Health:
The journal explores the health implications of migration, addressing the unique challenges faced by migrant populations in accessing healthcare and the impact of health policies. - Environmental Health:
Research on the intersection of health and environmental factors, including climate change, air pollution, and their effects on health outcomes, is a significant area of focus.
Trending and Emerging
- COVID-19 Research and Long-term Effects:
There is a significant increase in studies focused on the impacts of COVID-19, including long-term health consequences and the effectiveness of vaccination strategies, highlighting the pandemic's ongoing relevance. - Health Inequities and Social Determinants:
Research addressing health inequities and the social determinants of health is increasingly emphasized, reflecting a growing recognition of the need to understand and address disparities in health outcomes. - Mental Health and Well-being:
Emerging themes in mental health, particularly concerning the impacts of the pandemic and socio-economic factors, are becoming more prominent, indicating a shift towards comprehensive mental health research. - Digital Health Solutions:
There is a trend toward exploring digital health interventions, including telemedicine and eHealth applications, particularly as a response to the limitations imposed by the pandemic. - Environmental and Climate Health:
Research exploring the health impacts of climate change and environmental factors is gaining traction, reflecting an increasing awareness of the interconnectedness of health and environmental sustainability. - Migration Health:
The health of migrant populations is receiving more attention, with studies focusing on access to healthcare and the unique health challenges faced by these groups, indicating a shift towards inclusive health research.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Clinical Trials:
There seems to be a decrease in the publication of traditional clinical trial reports, particularly those not directly related to pressing public health issues like COVID-19, as the journal emphasizes real-world evidence and observational studies. - Single-disease Focus:
Research that focuses solely on single diseases without considering the broader context of multimorbidity and social determinants of health appears to be less prevalent, reflecting a shift towards more integrated health approaches. - Historical Epidemiological Studies:
There is a noted decline in the publication of historical epidemiological studies that do not directly inform current public health strategies, as the journal prioritizes contemporary relevance. - Basic Biomedical Research:
The journal appears to be moving away from basic biomedical research topics, favoring studies that have clear implications for public health policy and practice.
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