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Health Sociology Review

Health Sociology Review is an international peer-reviewed journal that publishes high quality conceptual and empirical research in the sociology of health, illness and medicine. It is published three times per year and prioritises original research papers, papers that advance theory and methodology in health sociology, and special issues on matters of central importance to health sociology and related fields. Review articles are published occasionally when they extend conceptual understanding in health sociology. Submissions must make a clear contribution to sociological inquiry relevant to health, demonstrate methodological rigour and adherence to ethical research principles, and are subject to double-anonymized peer review by at least two reviewers.

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Subject Health Policy & Services

Impact Factor 3.1

Quartile Q1

Open Access Type Closed

ISSN 1446-1242

eISSN 1839-3551

Invitation Only No

Cost Range Institutional subscription: USD 1,660.00 online only; USD 2,428.00 print and online.

Submission Instructions

Health Sociology Review accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Articles

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.

Abstract An abstract is required for Original Articles. Abstract should be 200 words. Abstract must be unstructured. Abstract should describe the method and procedures.

Manuscript Manuscript must be less than 7,500 words including all text, abstract, tables, references, footnotes, and endnotes. Original Articles typically include Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion sections. Manuscript should include 4 to 6 keywords, a disclosure of interest statement, and a word count.

References References must follow APA style. References must appear at the end of the main text under the heading “References” and be ordered alphabetically by first authors’ surnames.

Figures & Tables Figures and tables should be submitted as additional separate files rather than embedded only in the text. Captions and figure titles must be supplied in the manuscript file and numbered to correspond with the figures.

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Reviews

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.

Abstract An unstructured abstract of 200 words is required. Abstract must be 200 words. Abstract must be unstructured. Abstract for a Review must state the primary objective of the review, the reasoning behind the choice, the main outcomes and results, and the conclusions including implications for further research, application, or practice.

Manuscript Review manuscripts must be less than 7,500 words including all text, abstract, tables, references, and any footnotes or endnotes. The manuscript should be compiled in the order title page, abstract, keywords, main text, acknowledgments, declaration of interest statement, references, appendices as appropriate, tables with captions, figures, and figure captions. The manuscript must include a word count, 4 to 6 keywords, funding details, and a disclosure statement under the subheading 'Disclosure of interest'.

References References must follow APA style. References must appear at the end of the main text under the heading 'References' and be ordered alphabetically by first authors’ surnames.

Figures & Tables Figures must be saved and submitted separately from the text, and tables must be submitted as additional files when included in the manuscript. Tables must be supplied as editable files.

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Recent Publications

Being patient: close encounters in cancer world

Imogen Harper

10.1080/14461242.2026.2719677

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Fostering a culture of inclusive LGBTQIA+ research practice: reflections on a community of practice in higher education

Anthony K. J. Smith, Brooke Brady, Andy Kaladelfos, Bridget Haire, Adam Hughes, Christy E. Newman, Kerryn Drysdale

10.1080/14461242.2026.2719679

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The cost of safety during China’s COVID-19 management: state of exception and political auto-immunity

Xu Liu

10.1080/14461242.2026.2718149

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The nexus between accessible health communication and information resilience in diverse societies: the case of migrants and people with disability

Ashleigh Haw

10.1080/14461242.2026.2718151

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Caring infrastructures for sexual health and the implications of antibiotic-resistant STIs

Shiva Chandra, Alex Broom, Michelle Peterie, Damien Ridge, Bridget Haire, Catriona Bradshaw, Jennifer Broom, Katherine Kenny, Carla Treloar, Lise Lafferty, Rebecca Guy, Tanya Applegate

10.1080/14461242.2026.2700183

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

25 days average from submission to first decision; 59 days average from submission to first post-review decision.

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Is a cover letter required?

A cover letter is discussed as part of related submission resources.

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What are the publication costs?

Institutional subscription: USD 1,660.00 online only; USD 2,428.00 print and online.

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Research Topics

Mental Health and Patient Involvement Obesity and Health Practices Health disparities and outcomes Employment and Welfare Studies Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology Homelessness and Social Issues Indigenous Health, Education, and Rights Global Health Workforce Issues Grief, Bereavement, and Mental Health Primary Care and Health Outcomes Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies Migration, Health and Trauma Reproductive Health and Technologies Youth Education and Societal Dynamics HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk Mental Health and Psychiatry Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving Empathy and Medical Education Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues Healthcare innovation and challenges Qualitative Research Methods and Ethics Gender Roles and Identity Studies Child and Adolescent Health LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy Healthcare Policy and Management

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