About the Journal
Welcome to the Journal of Human Health Research—dedicated to advancing knowledge that improves human health worldwide through rigorous open access publishing.
Advancing Human Health Through Research
JHHR is a peer-reviewed, open access journal publishing original research, reviews, and case studies across all domains of human health. We are committed to disseminating high-quality research that addresses the health challenges facing individuals and communities globally. Our mission is to bridge the gap between discovery and practice by making cutting-edge health research freely accessible to researchers, healthcare providers, policymakers, and the public.
The Journal of Human Health Research exists to accelerate the translation of research into improved health outcomes for people worldwide. We believe that open access publication is essential to achieving this mission, ensuring that healthcare providers, researchers, policymakers, and patients worldwide have immediate access to the latest health research without subscription barriers or embargoes. JHHR serves as a platform for researchers from diverse disciplines to share findings that ultimately benefit human health and well-being.
Our vision is to become a leading platform for health research that drives meaningful change in clinical practice and public health policy. We strive to foster an inclusive research community that values methodological rigor, ethical integrity, and the practical application of scientific findings. By publishing research that addresses both local and global health challenges, we aim to contribute to a healthier future for all populations.
Choosing the right journal for your research is an important decision. JHHR offers researchers a combination of rigorous peer review, rapid publication, and maximum visibility that makes us an excellent choice for health research dissemination.
Open Access
All articles are freely available upon publication under Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 license. There are no subscription barriers—your research reaches its full potential audience immediately. Open access increases citations, visibility, and real-world impact of your work. Funding agencies and institutions increasingly require open access publication, and JHHR meets these requirements.
Rigorous Peer Review
Every submission undergoes single-blind peer review by experts in the relevant health domain. Our reviewers provide constructive feedback to strengthen manuscripts and ensure scientific integrity. We maintain high standards for methodological rigor, ethical compliance, and reporting quality. The peer review process helps authors improve their work regardless of the final decision.
Rapid Publication
We understand that timely dissemination is crucial in health research. Our editorial process targets 2-4 weeks for initial decision, with prompt publication following acceptance. Authors can track manuscript status in real-time through our online submission system. We balance speed with quality, never compromising review rigor for faster turnaround.
Global Visibility
JHHR articles are indexed in major databases and receive CrossRef DOI registration, ensuring discoverability and permanent citation. Your research joins a growing collection of impactful health studies accessed by readers from over 100 countries. Our articles are discoverable through Google Scholar, indexing services, and academic search engines worldwide.
JHHR maintains the highest standards of publication ethics and scientific rigor throughout the editorial and publication process:
- COPE Guidelines: We adhere to Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines for all aspects of publication ethics, from authorship to handling misconduct
- Plagiarism Screening: All submissions undergo plagiarism detection using industry-standard software before entering peer review
- Transparent Peer Review: Our single-blind peer review process ensures impartial evaluation while protecting reviewer identity
- Conflict of Interest: Authors, editors, and reviewers must declare any conflicts of interest that could influence the research or its evaluation
- Research Reporting: We require compliance with relevant reporting guidelines (CONSORT, STROBE, PRISMA) to ensure complete and transparent reporting
- Data Integrity: We support data sharing and reproducibility through data availability statements and supplementary material hosting
JHHR's editorial board comprises internationally recognized experts across health disciplines. Our editors bring deep expertise in clinical medicine, public health, epidemiology, health systems research, and allied health sciences. The board is responsible for maintaining scientific standards, managing the peer review process, and guiding the journal's strategic direction. Editors are selected based on their research accomplishments, editorial experience, and commitment to advancing health research globally.
JHHR welcomes submissions across the full spectrum of health research, including but not limited to:
- Original Research: Empirical studies presenting novel findings from clinical, translational, or population-based research using quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods
- Systematic Reviews: Rigorous evidence syntheses following PRISMA guidelines, including meta-analyses when appropriate
- Narrative Reviews: Comprehensive reviews synthesizing current knowledge on significant health topics with critical analysis
- Case Reports: Descriptions of unusual cases with educational value that contribute to medical knowledge
- Short Communications: Brief reports of noteworthy preliminary findings deserving rapid dissemination
- Methodology Papers: Articles describing novel research methods or significant improvements to existing methodologies
Journal Metrics and Impact
JHHR is building a strong track record of publishing impactful health research that influences clinical practice and health policy. Articles are accessed by readers from over 100 countries, and our authors represent institutions worldwide. We continuously work to improve our visibility and impact in the research community through strategic indexing efforts and engagement with the health research community. Our commitment to quality over quantity ensures that published research meets the highest standards of scientific rigor.
JHHR is committed to supporting authors throughout the publication journey. Our editorial team provides responsive communication, clear guidance on revisions, and assistance with technical issues. We offer language editing recommendations for non-native English speakers and flexible payment options for article processing charges. Authors receive detailed feedback from peer reviewers and editors that helps improve their work, regardless of the final decision.
JHHR is committed to ensuring maximum discoverability for published research. All articles are submitted to major indexing services and receive CrossRef DOI registration for permanent citation. We actively work to expand our indexing coverage and visibility across academic databases. Articles are discoverable through Google Scholar, academic search engines, and citation tracking services. Our metadata standards ensure accurate representation in bibliographic databases worldwide.
The Journal of Human Health Research was founded to address the growing need for accessible, high-quality health research publication. Since our inception, we have been committed to open access publishing that removes barriers between researchers and their global audience. Our editorial philosophy emphasizes rigorous peer review balanced with efficient processing, ensuring that important health discoveries reach practitioners and policymakers without unnecessary delay. We continue to evolve our policies and practices to meet the changing needs of the health research community.
Join Our Community
Contribute to advancing human health through open research. Submit your work to JHHR today.
