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Recent Publications
Frequently Asked Questions
Research Topics
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Sexual Health publishes contributions on sexual health from the widest perspectives including HIV/AIDS, STIs, issues of sexuality, and reproductive health.
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Impact Factor
2.2
Quartile
Q3
Open Access Type
Hybrid
ISSN
1448-5028
eISSN
1449-8987
Invitation Only
No
Cost Range
Hybrid – subscription with open access options available
Submission Instructions
Sexual Health accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.
Research Article
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. Cover letter must justify why the work should be considered for publication in the journal and state that the manuscript has not been published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must be structured for original research. Abstract must use the headings Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript
Research Articles must not exceed 4000 words. Manuscript text must be ordered as title page and author information, abstract, keywords, body text, author statements, references, and supplementary material. Manuscript must include keywords, a three-sentence 50–80 word short summary for non-experts, conflicts of interest, declaration of funding, data availability, and an AI declaration statement describing any AI use.
References
References must follow Vancouver style. References may be in any consistent style at submission, but all listed references must be cited in the text and no ellipses may be used to indicate missing authors in the reference list.
Figures & Tables
For initial submission, figures can be embedded in the manuscript file or supplied separately. Tables must be provided in editable format rather than as images, and all tables and figures must be numbered and cited in the text in order of first appearance.
Review
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must justify why the work should be considered for publication in the journal and state that the manuscript has not been published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere.
Abstract
An abstract is required. The abstract must be unstructured and no longer than 100 words. The abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript
The review must not exceed 4000 words. Reviews must clearly state the methodology and be formatted as simply as possible using no more than three heading levels. The manuscript must include an AI declaration statement and a three-sentence short summary for non-experts of 50–80 words.
References
References must follow Vancouver style. References may be in any consistent format at submission, but all listed references must be cited in the text and ellipses must not be used to indicate missing authors in the reference list.
Figures & Tables
For initial submission, figures can be embedded in the manuscript file or supplied separately. Tables must not be provided as images, and all tables and figures must be numbered and cited in the text in order of first appearance.
Short Report
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must justify why the work should be considered for publication in the journal and state that the manuscript has not been published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must be fewer than 250 words. Abstract must be structured.
Manuscript
Short Reports must not exceed 1500 words. Manuscript text must follow the order title page and author information, abstract, keywords, body text, author statements, references, and supplementary material. The manuscript must include keywords, a 50–80 word three-sentence short summary for non-experts, conflicts of interest, declaration of funding, data availability, and an AI declaration statement describing any AI use.
References
References must follow Vancouver style. References may be in any consistent style at submission, but all listed references must be cited in the text, must be as complete as possible, and must not use ellipses to indicate missing authors.
Figures & Tables
For initial submission, figures can be embedded in the manuscript file or supplied separately. Tables must be provided in an editable format rather than as images, and each table and figure must be numbered and accompanied by a fully explanatory title or caption.
Position Statement
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must justify why the work should be considered for publication in the journal and state that the manuscript has not been published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere.
Abstract
An abstract is required. The abstract must be no longer than 100 words. The abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript
The manuscript must not exceed 3000 words. The manuscript should present a balanced review and include a brief summary of the methods. The manuscript must include keywords, a 50–80 word three-sentence short summary for non-experts, and an AI declaration statement describing any use of AI.
References
References must follow Vancouver style. References may be in any consistent format at submission, but all listed references must be cited in the text and ellipses must not be used to omit authors in the reference list.
Figures & Tables
For initial submission, figures may be embedded in the manuscript file or supplied separately. Tables and figures must be numbered in order of first appearance, tables must not be provided as images, and each table or figure must have a fully explanatory title or caption.
Letters To The Editor
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must justify why the work should be considered for publication in the journal and state that the manuscript has not been published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere.
Abstract
An abstract is not required.
Manuscript
Letters To The Editor must not exceed 600 words. An AI declaration statement describing any use of AI must be included in the manuscript.
References
References must follow Vancouver style. References may be in any consistent format at submission, but all listed references must be cited in the text and ellipses must not be used to indicate missing authors.
Figures & Tables
Letters To The Editor may include a maximum of one table or figure. For initial submission, figures can be embedded in the manuscript file or supplied separately. Tables and figures must be numbered in order of first appearance and accompanied by a fully explanatory title or caption.
Comment And Response
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must justify why the work should be considered for publication in the journal.
Abstract
No abstract is required.
Manuscript
Comment And Response pieces must not exceed 700 words. An AI declaration statement must be included in the manuscript describing any use of AI, and conflicts of interest, declaration of funding, and data availability statements must be included.
References
Comment And Response pieces may include approximately 10 references. References must follow Vancouver style. References may be in any consistent format at submission, all listed references must be cited in the text, and ellipses must not be used to indicate missing authors.
Figures & Tables
For initial submission, figures can be embedded in the manuscript file or supplied separately. Tables and figures must be numbered in order of first appearance and accompanied by a fully explanatory title or caption.
Recent Publications
Nonconsensual sexting experiences are associated with bullying and online gossiping victimization among early adolescents in Nicaragua
Richard He, Joris Van Ouytsel, Jonathan Pettigrew
10.1071/sh26115
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What are people saying about DoxyPEP? A topic-based analysis of Reddit discussions
Zihan Xu, Fabian Y. S. Kong, Jane S. Hocking, Christine De Kock, Mike Conway
10.1071/sh26178
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Differences in contraceptive practice between Chinese and non-Chinese international students in an Australian university
Wen Liu, Patty Chondros, Lena Sanci, Meredith Temple-Smith
10.1071/sh26144
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Awareness, willingness to use and use of doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis among gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men in China: a national cross-sectional survey
Zhuoheng Yin, Xiaojin Zhang, Lan Li, Thomas S. Fitzpatrick, Peipei Zhao, Jiehu Yuan, Peizhen Zhao, Cheng Wang, Sean Conley, Edmond Pui Hang Choi, Renslow Sherer, Weiming Tang
10.1071/sh26150
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to publish?
Average time to first decision is available on the Journal Flyer. After at least two review reports are received, the Associate Editor determines whether a final determination can be reached or if revision is required. Days from manuscript acceptance to publication are tracked as an average time in working days.
Reformat to Sexual Health using Livewrite PremiumIs a cover letter required?
A clear and concise letter signed by all authors is required for manuscript withdrawal requests during peer review. For preprints, authors should include a link to the preprint in the cover letter.
Reformat to Sexual Health using Livewrite PremiumWhat are the publication costs?
Hybrid – subscription with open access options available
Reformat to Sexual Health using Livewrite PremiumResearch Topics
HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
Reproductive tract infections research
Sex work and related issues
Syphilis Diagnosis and Treatment
Cervical Cancer and HPV Research
Sexuality, Behavior, and Technology
LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
Reproductive Health and Contraception
Genital Health and Disease
Sexual function and dysfunction studies
HIV Research and Treatment
Diverse Scientific and Economic Studies
HIV-related health complications and treatments
Big Data and Digital Economy
Hepatitis B Virus Studies
Gender, Feminism, and Media
Colorectal and Anal Carcinomas
HIV/AIDS drug development and treatment
Ferroelectric and Negative Capacitance Devices
Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Issues
Homelessness and Social Issues
Reproductive Health and Technologies
Intimate Partner and Family Violence
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