Social Work in Public Health

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Journal Properties
  • Formerly known as
    Journal of Health and Social Policy
  • Country
    United States
  • Language
    English
  • Number of Articles
    858
  • ISSN
    1937-1918
  • e-ISSN
    1937-190X
  • Main Publisher
    Taylor & Francis
  • Publisher
    Informa UK Limited
  • Indian UGC
  • DOAJ (latest)
Journal Properties
  • Medicine
    Internal medicine
    Special situations and conditions
    Industrial medicine
    Industrial hygiene
    Social Sciences
    Social Sciences
    Industries
    Land use
    Labor
    Social Sciences
    Social sciences (General)
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Description
Social Work in Public Health is a leading journal dedicated to advancing the integration of social work principles and practices within the field of public health. This interdisciplinary journal offers a platform for disseminating research, innovative interventions, and policy analyses that address the social determinants of health and promote health equity. By emphasizing the role of social workers in public health settings, the journal contributes to improving the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The journal publishes original research, program evaluations, and literature reviews that explore a wide range of public health issues, including mental health, substance abuse, chronic diseases, and health disparities. Social Work in Public Health emphasizes the importance of addressing social and economic factors that influence health outcomes, such as poverty, discrimination, and lack of access to resources. Indexed in databases like Scopus and Web of Science, it fosters collaboration among social workers, public health professionals, and policymakers. Social Work in Public Health promotes a strengths-based, community-centered approach to public health interventions, recognizing the importance of empowering individuals and communities to take control of their health. The journal welcomes submissions that demonstrate innovative strategies for addressing health disparities, promoting social justice, and improving the health and well-being of vulnerable populations.