Author Guidelines
Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. All submissions will be assessed by the Journal Manager to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected. To enhance your manuscript's chances of acceptance, please follow the guidelines outlined below for submission qualification.
Authors Guidelines
Focus and Scope
The journal welcomes contributions that explore the dynamic relationships between medical science, pharmaceutical innovation, and public health systems. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:
Pharmaceutical Sciences: Drug discovery, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, formulation science, and nanomedicine.
Clinical Medicine: Diagnostic innovations, therapeutic interventions, clinical trials, and personalised medicine.
Public Health: Epidemiology, health promotion, disease prevention, health systems research, and global health.
Health Policy and Management: Health economics, policy analysis, healthcare access, and regulatory frameworks.
Digital and Precision Health: Telemedicine, health informatics, AI in healthcare, and wearable technologies.
Environmental and Occupational Health: Impact of environmental exposures and workplace conditions on health.
Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences: Community mental health, psychosocial interventions, and stigma reduction.
The journal encourages submissions that integrate perspectives across disciplines and promote actionable knowledge for improving individual and population health.
Types of Articles Accepted
PharmaMedicals and Public Health accepts a wide range of scholarly contributions, including:
Original Research Articles: Empirical studies presenting novel findings with robust methodology.
Review Articles: Comprehensive syntheses of existing literature, including systematic and scoping reviews.
Clinical Case Reports: Detailed accounts of unique or instructive clinical cases.
Short Communications: Brief reports of preliminary or innovative findings.
Policy Briefs: Analyses of health policies with recommendations for practice or reform.
Commentaries and Perspectives: Expert opinions on emerging issues, controversies, or future directions.
Technical Notes: Descriptions of new methods, tools, or technologies relevant to the journal’s scope.
Letters to the Editor: Scholarly responses or critiques of previously published articles.
Language
Language Policy
PharmaMedicals and Public Health publishes articles in English to ensure broad accessibility and international reach. Authors are expected to submit manuscripts that are clear, grammatically correct, and professionally written.
Language Requirements
Manuscripts must be written in Standard Academic English.
Non-native English speakers are strongly encouraged to use professional language editing services prior to submission.
Submissions with poor grammar or unclear language may be returned for revision before peer review.
Writing Style
Use concise, objective, and scientifically accurate language.
Avoid jargon unless clearly defined.
Ensure consistency in terminology, units, and abbreviations throughout the manuscript.
Translation Support
While the journal does not provide translation services, authors may include translated abstracts or summaries in other languages as supplementary material, subject to editorial approval.
Editorial Assistance
Authors may request language and style feedback during the editorial process. Minor language editing may be provided at the discretion of the editorial team.
Authorship Criteria
Authorship Criteria
PharmaMedicals and Public Health adheres to internationally recognized standards for authorship to ensure transparency, accountability, and ethical publishing practices.
Who Qualifies as an Author?
To be listed as an author, individuals must meet all of the following criteria:
Substantial Contribution
Made significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or analysis of the study.
Manuscript Preparation
Participated in drafting or critically revising the manuscript for important intellectual content.
Approval of Final Version
Reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript before submission.
Accountability
Agrees to be accountable for all aspects of the work, ensuring integrity and accuracy.
Author Roles and Responsibilities
First Author: Typically, the individual who contributed most to the research and writing.
Corresponding Author: Responsible for communication with the journal during submission, peer review, and publication. Must ensure all co-authors approve the final manuscript.
Co-authors: Must meet the authorship criteria and contribute meaningfully to the work.
Contributors Who Do Not Qualify as Authors
Individuals who provided general supervision, funding, technical assistance, or administrative support should be acknowledged in the Acknowledgments section, not listed as authors.
Changes to Authorship
Any changes to authorship (addition, removal, or reordering) after submission must be approved by all authors and justified in writing to the editorial office.
Manuscript Preparation
Authors submitting to PharmaMedicals and Public Health must ensure their manuscripts are professionally written, well-organized, and formatted according to the journal’s standards. The following guidelines apply to all article types.
General Formatting
File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
Font: Times New Roman, 10-point
Spacing: Single-spaced throughout
Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
Page Numbers: Bottom right corner
Line Numbers: Continuous line numbering is required
Manuscript Structure
Each manuscript should include the following sections in order:
Title Page
Title of the manuscript
Full names of all authors
Institutional affiliations
Corresponding author’s contact information (email, phone, ORCID)
Abstract
Maximum 250 words
Structured format: Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion
Keywords
4–6 relevant keywords for indexing and searchability
Main Text
Introduction: Background and objectives
Materials and Methods: Detailed methodology for reproducibility
Results: Clear presentation of findings with tables/figures
Discussion: Interpretation of results, limitations, and implications
Conclusion: Summary of key findings and future directions
Acknowledgments
Recognition of contributors who do not meet authorship criteria
Conflict of Interest Statement
Disclosure of any financial or personal relationships
References
Use APA style (confirm journal preference)
Include DOIs where available
Figures and Tables
Figures: Submit as separate high-resolution files (JPEG, PNG, TIFF; 300 dpi minimum)
Tables: Include within the manuscript or as separate editable files
Legends: Provide detailed captions for all figures and tables
Supplementary Materials
Authors may submit additional files such as datasets, videos, protocols, or extended methods. These should be clearly labeled and referenced in the main text.
Ethical Compliance
Include statements of ethical approval for studies involving humans or animals
Confirm informed consent where applicable
Submission Format
All manuscripts must be submitted via the journal’s online submission system. Authors should ensure that all required files are uploaded and metadata fields are accurately completed.
