Authors Guidelines

International Journal of Public Health & Medical Science (IJPHMS)

The International Journal of Public Health & Medical Science (IJPHMS) welcomes original research articles, review papers, case studies, short communications, and technical reports from scholars, clinicians, and professionals in public health, clinical medicine, and related fields. To ensure a smooth and efficient publication process, authors are requested to follow the guidelines below carefully.

1. Manuscript Format / Structure

1.1 Title Page

• Title: Concise, informative, and reflective of the main content.
• Author(s): Full names of all authors.
• Affiliations: Use superscript letters or numbers to match authors with their institutional affiliations. Include department, institution, city, and country.
• Corresponding Author: Full name, email address, and phone number.
• ORCID iD: Provide ORCID identifiers for authors, if available.

1.2 Abstract

• Length: 150–300 words.
• The abstract must be provided in English.
• The abstract should briefly summarize: background, objectives, methods, key results, and conclusions.
• Avoid citations, abbreviations, and unexplained acronyms.

1.3 Keywords

Provide 4–6 keywords that are relevant to the study. Where possible, use standardized terms (for example, MeSH terms for medical topics).

1.4 Main Text

The structure of the main text may vary depending on the type of article. For original research articles, the following structure is recommended:

1.4.1 Introduction

• State the aim and rationale of the study.
• Provide concise background and context based on relevant literature.
• Clearly indicate the problem being addressed and the contribution of the study.
• Optionally, outline the structure of the paper (for example, sections or major parts).

Example: Section I introduces the study. Section II reviews related work. Section III describes the methods. Section IV explains the study design or architecture. Section V outlines the analytical approach. Section VI presents results. Section VII discusses implications and recommendations. Section VIII provides the conclusion.

1.4.2 Literature Review / Related Work

Summarize important previous studies and theoretical frameworks relevant to the topic. Highlight gaps, limitations, or inconsistencies in existing research that your study addresses. Avoid repeating content already presented in the Introduction.

1.4.3 Materials and Methods

• Describe the study design, setting, population/sample, and inclusion/exclusion criteria.
• Explain data collection procedures, tools, instruments, and measurements used.
• Clearly state statistical methods and software used for data analysis.
• Provide sufficient detail so that other researchers can replicate the study.
• Include statements on ethical approval and informed consent, where applicable.

1.4.4 Results

• Present findings clearly and logically.
• Use tables and figures to summarize data, avoiding duplication of the same information in both text and tables/figures.
• Ensure all tables, charts, and equations are original, editable (not scanned images), and in suitable formats.

1.4.5 Discussion

• Interpret the results in relation to the study objectives and existing literature.
• Discuss similarities or differences with previous studies.
• Address limitations, potential biases, and implications for practice, policy, or further research.
• Suggest areas for future research where relevant.

1.4.6 Conclusion and Future Scope

• Summarize the key findings and their significance.
• State how the study contributes to public health and/or medical science.
• Briefly mention practical implications and potential directions for future work.

1.4.7 Appendix (Optional)

Use an Appendix for supplementary material such as detailed questionnaires, additional tables, or extended equations. Label items clearly (for example, Appendix A, Appendix B; A.1, B.1 for equations, tables, and figures).

1.4.8 Acknowledgment

Mention any financial, technical, or institutional support. Acknowledge individuals who contributed to the work but do not meet authorship criteria. Declare any conflicts of interest.

1.4.9 Funding Information

Provide details of funding sources, including the name of the funding organization(s) and grant numbers, where applicable.

1.4.10 Author Contributions

Clearly state the contribution of each author (for example, study conception, methodology, data collection, analysis, manuscript drafting, critical revision).

2. References

Use a consistent citation style (for example, APA, Vancouver, or another style specified by IJPHMS). References should be numbered and listed in the order in which they appear in the text (for example, [1], [2], [3]). All references must be complete, including author(s), title, journal or book name, volume, issue, pages, year, and DOI or URL where available.

Reference Examples:

Journal Article:
K. Sharma, L. Gupta, “A Novel Approach for Cloud Computing Environment,” Int. J. Sci. Res. Math. Stat. Sci., vol. 4, no. 12, pp. 1–5, 2014.

Book:
A. Gupta, A Proposed New Approach for Cloud Environment using Cryptic Rules, ISROSET Publisher, India, pp. 542–545, 2016.

Conference Paper:
L. Mewada, “A Proposed New Approach for Cloud Environment using Cryptic Techniques,” in Proc. Int. Conf. Computer Science and Engineering, India, pp. 542–545, 2016.

3. Author Profile

Include a short biography (maximum 100 words) and a recent photo for each author at the end of the manuscript, if requested by the journal.

Example: Lee Tumit received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Physical Science from IIT Bombay in 1998, 2002, and 2008. He is currently a professor at IIT Bombay and has published over 50 papers. His research interests include science, engineering, and technology.

4. Tables and Figures

• Each table and figure must be clear, original, and of high quality.
• Avoid vertical lines in tables; use simple, clean formatting.
• Use Times New Roman, size 10, regular (not bold or italic) inside tables.
• Place captions and numbering outside the table/figure (above tables, below figures).
• Submit charts/graphs in editable formats (for example, Word, Excel). Images should be in JPG or PNG with sufficient resolution.
• Equations must be typed using an equation editor (for example, MathType), not inserted as images. Number equations sequentially.

5. Formatting Guidelines

• Font: Times New Roman, 12-point.
• Line Spacing: 1.5 throughout the manuscript.
• Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides.
• Page Numbers: Bottom right corner.
• Tables and Figures: Place within the text near the first citation or at the end, as per journal instructions. Each must be numbered and titled.
• Equations and Symbols: Use an equation editor or MathType and number equations sequentially (for example, (1), (2), (3)).

6. Ethical Considerations

• All submissions must comply with ethical research standards.
• Studies involving human participants, patient data, or animals must include:
  • Name of the ethics committee providing approval.
  • Ethical approval number (if applicable).
  • A statement confirming that informed consent was obtained where required.
• Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
• Plagiarism is strictly prohibited. All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection tools (for example, iThenticate or similar).

7. Author Responsibilities

• Ensure that the manuscript is complete, grammatically correct, and properly formatted before submission.
• Confirm that all listed authors have made a significant contribution to the work and have reviewed and approved the final version.
• The corresponding author is responsible for communication with the journal, responding to reviewers’ comments, and ensuring all co-authors approve final revisions.

8. Peer Review Process

• All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process.
• Reviewers are selected based on their subject expertise and experience.
• Authors will receive reviewer comments and may be asked to revise their manuscript prior to final acceptance.
• The Editorial Board makes the final decision on acceptance, revision, or rejection.

9. Article Processing Charges (APC)

The International Journal of Public Health & Medical Science (IJPHMS) is an open-access journal. To support publishing and open-access dissemination, an Article Processing Charge (APC) is applied only after acceptance.

APC for Bangladeshi authors: BDT 5,000

APC for international authors: USD 45

There are no fees at the submission or peer-review stages. APC details and any waiver/discount policies are provided on the journal website.

10. Post-Publication

• Accepted articles are published online and assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) for permanent identification and citation.
• IJPHMS actively works toward indexing its content in major databases (for example, Google Scholar, CrossRef, and other relevant indexing services).
• Authors are encouraged to share their published work through:
  • Institutional repositories
  • Personal or departmental websites
  • Academic and professional networks