The journal focuses on health issues in circumpolar regions, including the Arctic and Greenland. It covers topics such as maternal and child health, adolescent mental health, infectious diseases, chronic conditions like diabetes and obesity, and the impact of environmental factors on health. The journal also addresses healthcare access, policy, and the integration of Indigenous knowledge and community-based approaches in health research and practice.
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
EpidemiologyQ2
Health (social science)Q2
Medicine (miscellaneous)Q2
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational HealthQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Scopus Categories
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational HealthMedicine (miscellaneous)Health (social science)Epidemiology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Indigenous Studies and EcologyIndigenous Health, Education, and RightsArctic and Russian Policy StudiesNutritional Studies and DietThermoregulation and physiological responsesClimate Change and Health ImpactsFood Security and Health in Diverse PopulationsGlobal Health Workforce IssuesDental Health and Care UtilizationHealth, psychology, and well-being