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Public Health Research & Practice

Public Health Research and Practice articles inform public health policy and practice, paying particular attention to innovations, data and perspectives from policy and practice.

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Subject Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Impact Factor 3.4
Quartile Q1
Open Access Type Hybrid
ISSN 2204-2091
eISSN 2204-2091
Invitation Only No
Cost Range Article processing charges may apply for open access publication, with APC-free open access available for eligible corresponding authors under library-funded agreements.

Submission Instructions

Public Health Research & Practice accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Research Article

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. The cover letter must justify why the work should be considered for publication in the journal.
Abstract A structured abstract is required. The abstract must be structured. The abstract must use the headings Objectives and importance of study, Study type, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Research Articles must be 2500–3500 words including the abstract and key points but excluding references and figures while including tables. The body text must be structured as Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion. The manuscript must include key points in dot-point form of no more than 75 words, eight or more keywords, required end-of-manuscript declarations, a 50–80 word three-sentence short summary for non-experts, and an AI declaration describing any generative AI use.
References Research Articles are limited to 25 references. References must use either Harvard (author-date) or Vancouver (numbered) style. References must be cited in the text and listed at the end of the manuscript.
Figures & Tables Research Articles may include up to four figures and tables in total. For initial submission, figures can be embedded in the manuscript file or supplied separately. Tables and figures must be numbered and cited in the text in order of first appearance, and each must include a fully explanatory title or caption.
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In Practice

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. Cover letter must justify why the work should be considered for publication.
Abstract A structured abstract is required. Abstract must be structured. Abstract headings must be Objectives; Type of program or service; Methods; Results; Lessons learnt.
Manuscript Manuscript must be 1500–2000 words excluding references and figures but including tables, and this total includes the abstract and key points. Manuscript text must follow the order title page and author information, abstract, keywords, body text, author statements, references, supplementary material. Key points must summarise in dot-point form what the article adds to the body of knowledge and must be no longer than 75 words.
References References are limited to 20. References must use either Harvard (Author Date) or Vancouver (Numbered) style. Reference list must be arranged either alphabetically by first author surname and chronologically for author-date style or in numerical order of first mention for numbered style.
Figures & Tables A maximum of four figures and tables in total is permitted. For initial submission, figures can be embedded in the manuscript file or supplied separately. Tables and figures must be numbered and cited in the text in order of first appearance, and table titles and figure captions must fully explain their content.
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Brief Report

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. The cover letter must justify why the work should be considered for publication in the journal.
Abstract Abstract is not required.
Manuscript Brief Reports must be 600–800 words, excluding references and figures but including tables. Key points are not required.
References Brief Reports may include up to 5 references. References must use either Harvard (author-date) or Vancouver (numbered) style. References must be cited in the text and included in a reference list.
Figures & Tables Brief Reports may include one figure or table. For initial submission, figures can be embedded in the manuscript file or supplied separately. Tables must be editable and not provided as images.
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News & Views (Letters)

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. The cover letter must justify why the work should be considered for publication in the journal.
Abstract Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript News & Views (Letters) must not exceed 350 words. Include conflicts of interest, funding, acknowledgements, author contributions, and any declaration of AI use in the manuscript.
References References must use either Harvard (author-date) or Vancouver (numbered) style. References must be included in the manuscript and cited in the text.
Figures & Tables For initial submission, figures can be embedded in the manuscript file or supplied separately. Number each table and figure and cite them in the text in order of first appearance.
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Perspective

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. The cover letter must justify why the work should be considered for publication in the journal.
Abstract An abstract is required. The abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript The manuscript must be 1000–1500 words excluding references and figures but including tables, and this total includes the abstract and key points. The manuscript must follow this order: title page and author information, abstract, keywords, body text, author statements, references, and supplementary material. The manuscript must include key points in dot-point form of no more than 75 words and include a declaration of use of AI at the end of the paper if applicable.
References The manuscript may include up to 15 references. References must use either Harvard (author-date) or Vancouver (numbered) style. The reference list must be included at the end of the manuscript and all listed references must be cited in the text.
Figures & Tables For initial submission, figures can be embedded in the manuscript file or supplied separately. Tables and figures must be numbered and cited in the text in order of first appearance.
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Recent Publications

Corrigendum to: Factors associated with delayed diagnosis of hepatitis B in southeastern Sydney

Eunice Stiboy, Heather Valerio, Shane Tillakeratne, Vicky Sheppeard, Amy E. Parry, Anthea L. Katelaris, Gregory J. Dore

10.1071/pu25052_co
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Ultraviolet arrows signal immediate, ever-present danger: development and evaluation of a skin cancer prevention campaign to improve young adults’ sun protection in Australia

Philippa Maynard, Nicola Scott, Shamieka Dubois, Cameron Sugden, Erin Furestad, Sarah McGill, Tracey A. O’Brien

10.1071/pu25111
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Failing those who most need support to quit smoking: Australia must do better

Elizabeth Greenhalgh, Lisa Wood

10.1071/pu25143
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It’s time to invest in our future: include early promotion of optimal child growth as part of general practice funding schemes

Li Ming Wen, Eve T. House, Philayrath Phongsavan, Dimity Dutch, Rachel Laws, Lisa Simone, Elizabeth Denney-Wilson, Louise A. Baur

10.1071/pu25077
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Evaluation of a lead screening program in children aged younger than 5 years at an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation in New South Wales, Australia

Adelaide Morgan, Garth Alperstein, Hugh Burke, Richard Weston, Lavinia Henderson, Cath Kennedy

10.1071/pu25022
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

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Is a cover letter required?

A cover letter is required. It should justify why the work should be considered for publication in the journal and confirm that the manuscript has not been published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere.

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What are the publication costs?

Article processing charges may apply for open access publication. Eligible corresponding authors at participating institutions may publish open access without paying an APC under library-funded agreements.

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Research Topics

Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology Health Policy Implementation Science Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet Smoking Behavior and Cessation Public Health Policies and Education Indigenous Health, Education, and Rights Primary Care and Health Outcomes Global Cancer Incidence and Screening Health disparities and outcomes Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy Colorectal Cancer Screening and Detection Mental Health and Patient Involvement Obesity and Health Practices Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes Climate Change and Health Impacts Global Health Workforce Issues Community Health and Development COVID-19 epidemiological studies Health Literacy and Information Accessibility Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life Health Promotion and Cardiovascular Prevention Medical Coding and Health Information demographic modeling and climate adaptation COVID-19 and Mental Health Migration, Health and Trauma

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