Aims and Scope of American Journal of Public Health
The American Journal of Public Health is a monthly peer-reviewed public health journal published by the American Public Health Association covering health policy and public health. The journal was established in 1911 and its stated mission is "to advance public health research, policy, practice, and education." The journal occasionally publishes themed supplements. The editor-in-chief is Alfredo Morabia. The journal has been criticized for extending its open access embargo from 2 to 10 years as of June 1, 2013. Less
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8
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0.05 - 0.1
H-Index 

293
Impact Factor 

10 - 15
Scite Index 

0.88 5-Year SI

SJR 

Q1Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

SNIP 

2.4
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| Overview | |
| Publisher | AMER PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOC INC |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Publication Start Year | 1911 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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