Information For Authors

Welcome to the Pakistan Journal of Health Solutions (PJHS). We invite authors to submit their original research on healthcare solutions, public health policy, medical innovations, and related topics. This section provides important information for authors about the submission process, manuscript guidelines, and publication ethics.

1. Scope and Topics

PJHS publishes research that addresses pressing health challenges and solutions in Pakistan and globally. Authors are encouraged to submit original research, case studies, reviews, and policy papers in the following areas:

  • Healthcare Systems and Policy: Solutions for improving healthcare delivery, governance, and policy in Pakistan and beyond.
  • Public Health: Research on disease prevention, health promotion, epidemiology, and health behavior.
  • Medical Research and Innovations: Advances in medical technology, treatment methods, diagnostics, and pharmaceuticals.
  • Health Economics: Cost-effectiveness, healthcare financing, economic evaluation, and healthcare management.
  • Global Health: Research on global health issues, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
  • Mental Health: Policies, interventions, and treatment strategies for improving mental health outcomes.

2. Manuscript Submission

  • Online Submission: All manuscripts must be submitted through the journal’s online submission system. Please ensure that you create an account and follow the submission guidelines carefully.
  • Formatting: Manuscripts must be prepared according to the journal’s submission format. Please use standard citation styles (APA, MLA, or Chicago) and format your manuscript for clarity and readability.
  • Cover Letter: Authors are required to submit a cover letter along with the manuscript. The cover letter should include a brief description of the manuscript’s significance, the contribution it makes to the field, and why it is appropriate for publication in PJHS.

3. Peer Review Process

PJHS follows a double-blind peer review process:

  • Initial Screening: Submitted manuscripts will first undergo an initial screening for relevance and plagiarism. Articles that pass this stage will be sent for peer review.
  • Peer Review: Each manuscript is reviewed by at least two independent experts in the field. Reviewers assess the quality, originality, and scientific validity of the research.
  • Decision: After peer review, the editorial team will make one of the following decisions: accept, minor revision, major revision, or reject. Authors will receive feedback from reviewers to help improve their manuscript.

4. Publication Ethics

PJHS is committed to the highest ethical standards in publishing. Authors are required to adhere to the following:

  • Originality: Submissions must be original work, not previously published or under consideration for publication elsewhere. All sources and data used in the manuscript should be properly cited.
  • Ethical Conduct: Authors must ensure that their research adheres to ethical guidelines. Studies involving human participants or animals must have received appropriate ethical approval.
  • Plagiarism: Any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, will result in rejection. Manuscripts will be checked for plagiarism using standard detection tools.
  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, including financial, professional, or personal relationships that may influence the manuscript.

5. Article Processing Charges (APC)

PJHS is an open-access journal, and all published articles are freely available to readers worldwide. Upon acceptance, authors are required to pay an Article Processing Charge (APC). The APC covers the costs associated with the editorial and publication processes. Details of the APC will be provided to authors upon acceptance.

6. Manuscript Types

We accept the following types of manuscripts:

  • Research Articles: Full-length studies presenting original research and findings.
  • Review Articles: Comprehensive reviews of the existing literature on specific health topics.
  • Case Studies: Practical examples of healthcare solutions or interventions.
  • Policy Papers: Research and analysis of health policies, their impact, and recommendations for improvement.

7. Revisions

If your manuscript is invited for revisions, please ensure that:

  • Timely Submission: Submit the revised manuscript within the given timeframe.
  • Point-by-Point Response: Provide a detailed point-by-point response to reviewers’ comments to clarify the changes made.

8. Rights and Licensing

  • Copyright: Authors retain the copyright of their work but grant PJHS an exclusive license to publish the article. Authors are free to reuse their work in other publications, provided proper attribution to PJHS is given.
  • Creative Commons License: All articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, allowing for wide dissemination and use with proper citation.