This journal publishes research on the health and well-being of incarcerated individuals, including studies on infectious diseases, mental health, chronic conditions, and the impact of imprisonment on physical and social health outcomes. It also examines healthcare access, continuity of care, and specific health issues affecting vulnerable prison populations such as women, older adults, and young offenders.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Publication & Citation Trend
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Health Professions (miscellaneous)Q2
Medicine (miscellaneous)Q3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Scopus Categories
Health Professions (miscellaneous)Medicine (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Criminal Justice and Corrections AnalysisPsychopathy, Forensic Psychiatry, Sexual OffendingHIV, Drug Use, Sexual RiskHomelessness and Social IssuesChild Abuse and TraumaSubstance Abuse Treatment and OutcomesHealthcare Decision-Making and RestraintsOpioid Use Disorder TreatmentHIV/AIDS Research and InterventionsMigration, Health and Trauma