The Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine is a medical journal focused on HIV and/or AIDS treatment, prevention and related topics relevant to clinical and public health practice. The purpose of the journal is to disseminate original research results and to support high-level learning related to HIV Medicine. It publishes original research articles, editorials, case reports/case series, reviews of state-of-the-art clinical practice, and correspondence.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Infectious DiseasesQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Infectious DiseasesVirology
Scopus Categories
Infectious Diseases
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
HIV/AIDS Research and InterventionsHIV/AIDS Impact and ResponsesHIV/AIDS drug development and treatmentAdolescent Sexual and Reproductive HealthHIV-related health complications and treatmentsHIV Research and TreatmentPneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia detection and treatmentHIV, Drug Use, Sexual RiskTuberculosis Research and EpidemiologyDiverse Scientific and Economic Studies