Aims and Scope of Journal of Human Lactation
The Journal of Human Lactation is a peer-reviewed medical journal that covers research on human lactation and breastfeeding behavior. The editor-in-chief is Joan E. Dodgson (Saint Louis University). The journal was established in 1985 and is published by SAGE Publications. It is the official journal of the International Lactation Consultant Association. Less
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3.6
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66
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< 5
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Q1Medicine (miscellaneous)

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1.19
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| Overview | |
| Publisher | SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Publication Start Year | 1984 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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