Journal of Global Health (JoGH) is a high-impact, open access journal that publishes original research, reviews, commentaries, and other content relevant to global health. It aims to provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their findings and perspectives on pressing global health issues, with a focus on evidence-based solutions and equitable health outcomes. The journal covers a broad range of topics within global health, including health systems, infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, maternal and child health, health policy, and health equity.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
9
weeks to review
Fast · median is 15 wks
Q1
SJR Rank
Top 25% in field
General Information
Country / RegionUnited Kingdom
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published1991
Annual Volume~ 349 articles / year
StatusActive (last: 2026)
Total Publications2,831
Publisher OrgEdinburgh University Global Health Society
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Times cited
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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.
Health PolicyQ1
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational HealthQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Scopus Categories
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational HealthHealth Policy
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Global Maternal and Child HealthChild Nutrition and Water AccessHealthcare Systems and ReformsCOVID-19 epidemiological studiesGlobal Health and SurgeryGlobal Public Health Policies and EpidemiologyVaccine Coverage and HesitancyCOVID-19 Clinical Research StudiesViral Infections and Outbreaks ResearchCOVID-19 and Mental Health