About the Journal
The Journal of Pediatrics and Child Health is an open-access, international, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to promoting excellence in research, clinical care, and advocacy related to the health and development of children from birth through adolescence. Journal of Pediatrics and Child Health provides a global platform for pediatricians, neonatologists, child psychologists, nurses, public health experts, and healthcare researchers to publish innovative findings and share practical insights that directly improve pediatric outcomes. The journal publishes a wide array of high-quality content including original research, systematic reviews, brief reports, clinical case studies, and practice-based articlescovering diverse areas such as neonatology, pediatric infectious diseases, congenital disorders, developmental pediatrics, pediatric nutrition, childhood cancers, adolescent medicine, vaccination programs, pediatric surgery, emergency and intensive care, and behavioral and psychosocial aspects of child health. All submissions are subjected to a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to maintain scientific integrity and ensure relevance to clinical and academic audiences. The open-access format of Journal of Pediatrics and Child Health allows immediate global access to published content, promoting widespread knowledge-sharing across low-resource and high-resource settings alike. The journal is committed to advancing equitable pediatric healthcare by highlighting research from both developed and developing countries, supporting early-career researchers, and encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration. In addition to traditional clinical topics, Journal of Pediatrics and Child Health embraces emerging themes such as pediatric telemedicine, climate change and child health, technology in neonatal care, mental health in schools, digital pediatrics, and global child health policies. With a strong emphasis on innovation, compassion, and scientific impact, Journal of Pediatrics and Child Health stands as a vital source for professionals striving to improve the lives of children and families worldwide.
Aim and Scope
The Journal of Pediatrics and Child Health (JPCH) publishes high-quality original research articles, reviews, short communications, case studies, and clinical perspectives that address every aspect of pediatric medicine and child health. We welcome submissions across a diverse range of thematic areas, including
General Pediatrics & Neonatology
- Growth, development, nutrition, and wellness in infants and children
- Neonatal care, prematurity, congenital anomalies, and metabolic disorders
- Pediatric epidemiology, preventive medicine, and community child health
- Newborn screening, breastfeeding, and early childhood interventions
Pediatric Infectious Diseases & Immunology
- Viral, bacterial, fungal, and parasitic infections in children
- Vaccines, immunization programs, and pediatric immune responses
- Autoimmune disorders, immunodeficiencies, and inflammatory diseases
- Antimicrobial resistance and emerging pediatric pathogens
Pediatric Cardiology, Pulmonology & Critical Care
- Congenital and acquired heart diseases, cardiometabolic health
- Respiratory disorders including asthma, pneumonia, and chronic lung diseases
- Pediatric emergency care, trauma, and intensive care management
- Ventilation strategies, perioperative care, and life-support advancements
Pediatric Neurology & Neurodevelopment
- Epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, and neurogenetic syndromes
- Autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and developmental delays
- Brain injury, neuroinflammation, and pediatric neuroimaging
- Cognitive, behavioral, and psychological development
Endocrinology, Gastroenterology & Nephrology
- Diabetes, thyroid and hormonal disorders, and growth abnormalities
- Gut microbiome, liver diseases, malnutrition, and GI disorders
- Kidney diseases, urinary tract infections, and renal replacement therapies
- Obesity, metabolic syndrome, and adolescent health
Pediatric Oncology & Hematology
- Childhood cancers: leukemia, lymphoma, sarcomas, and solid tumors
- Immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and pediatric clinical trials
- Anemias, coagulation disorders, and bone marrow failure syndromes
- Supportive care, survivorship, and long-term health outcomes
Pediatric Surgery & Orthopedics
- Minimally invasive pediatric surgical techniques
- Congenital and traumatic musculoskeletal disorders
- Craniofacial surgery, transplantation, and postoperative care
- Rehabilitation, prosthetics, and mobility management
Child Mental Health, Development & Social Pediatrics
- · Emotional and behavioral disorders, adolescent mental health
- · Child protection, abuse prevention, and safeguarding practices
- · Social determinants of health, family dynamics, and school health
- · Public health policies and childhood wellbeing strategies
Pediatric Healthcare Technology & Innovations
- Digital health, telemedicine, and remote pediatric monitoring
- AI/ML-based diagnostic tools, predictive analytics, and decision support
- Wearable devices, mobile health applications, and pediatric assistive technologies
- ·Simulation-based education and pediatric healthcare training tools
Editorial and Peer-Review Policy
Journal of Pediatrics and Child Health employs a single-blind peer-review process to maintain fairness,
scientific integrity, and the quality of published work.
Key Features:
- Every manuscript is assessed by at least two independent subject experts, along with editorial oversight.
- Reviewers can see author details, but the identities of the authors remain hidden from them.
- The review criteria focus on originality, technical strength, methodological accuracy, ethical compliance, clarity, and relevance to the field of nanoscience.
- All submissions go through plagiarism checks and ethical evaluations before the peer-review process.
- Final decisions on publication are made by the handling editor, based on the reviewers' evaluations and the overall quality of the manuscript.
Publication Frequency & Format
This journal comes out three times a year. Once articles are accepted, they're quickly made available online in both HTML and PDF formats, ensuring fast and easy access to research findings.
Open Access Policy
Journal of Pediatrics and Child Health embraces a gold open access model, meaning all published articles are freely accessible to everyone. Authors retain the copyright to their work, shared under a suitable open-access license to promote transparency, collaboration, and global knowledge-sharing.
Indexing & Archiving
The journal aims to be included in well-known scientific indexing and abstracting databases. All content is preserved through trusted archiving systems to ensure long-term accessibility and discoverability.
For Manuscript Submission
Authors can submit their manuscripts through the journal's Online Submission System
(Submit Manuscript) or by emailing the Editorial Office at
support@globalmeetx.com.
Submitted manuscripts must adhere to the Journal of Pediatrics and Child Health Author Guidelines, which cover structure, formatting,
ethical approvals, and conflict-of-interest disclosures.
Publication Ethics & Integrity
Journal of Pediatrics and Child Health is committed to maintaining the highest publication ethics standards in accordance with COPE principles.
Authors must ensure proper ethical approvals for studies involving humans, animals, or sensitive materials, and follow informed consent and confidentiality practices.
They must also disclose conflicts of interest and funding support, report data accurately, and acknowledge contributor roles.
All submissions undergo plagiarism checks, and the journal has a strict policy for corrections, retractions, and post-publication updates.
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