Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved

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Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved (JHCPU) is a peer-reviewed academic journal focusing on health care, public health, and policy making related to the underserved populations in society. Established to address the unique health care needs of marginalized groups, JHCPU serves as a forum for scholarly discussions and dissemination of knowledge aimed at improving health outcomes for these populations.

Overview[edit | edit source]

The Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved publishes original research articles, reviews, and policy analyses on the health and health care of populations who are marginalized and underserved by society's mainstream health delivery system. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, the social determinants of health, health equity, community-based interventions, and innovative health care delivery models that improve access to health care for these populations.

Mission[edit | edit source]

The mission of JHCPU is to provide a platform for researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and educators to share findings and insights that contribute to understanding and improving health care delivery and outcomes for the poor and underserved. The journal aims to foster a multidisciplinary approach to addressing health disparities and to promote equity in health and health care.

Publication Details[edit | edit source]

JHCPU is published quarterly by [Publisher Name], and it is available in both print and online formats. The journal encourages submissions from a wide range of disciplines, including medicine, nursing, public health, social work, and health policy.

Editorial Board[edit | edit source]

The editorial board of JHCPU comprises experts from various fields related to health care and public health. These members are responsible for maintaining the journal's high standards of scholarly integrity and for guiding its strategic direction.

Abstracting and Indexing[edit | edit source]

JHCPU is abstracted and indexed in several major databases, ensuring that the research published in the journal reaches a wide audience of scholars and practitioners.

Submission Guidelines[edit | edit source]

Authors interested in submitting to the Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved should consult the journal's website for detailed submission guidelines. The journal welcomes submissions that are original, not under consideration by any other publication, and that contribute significantly to the literature on health care for underserved populations.

Impact[edit | edit source]

The Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved has made a significant impact in the field of health care for marginalized groups. By highlighting innovative research and fostering a dialogue among diverse stakeholders, JHCPU contributes to the development of more equitable health care policies and practices.

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD