South African Journal of Child Health
- Publisher
- Health And Medical Publishing Group
- ISSN
- 1994-3032; 1999-7671
- Country
- South Africa
- Language
- English
- Thematic area
- Medicine
About this journal
The South African Journal of Child Health (SAJCH) serves as a leading platform for disseminating knowledge and fostering advancements in the field of child health within South Africa and beyond. It encompasses a broad scope, covering a wide array of topics related to child health, ranging from clinical medicine to public health, epidemiology, nutrition, and developmental issues. The journal's key themes include child health policy, health services research, prevention and control of childhood diseases, child development, and the impact of social determinants on child health outcomes.
The SAJCH caters to a diverse audience, encompassing pediatricians, family physicians, nurses, public health practitioners, researchers, policymakers, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of children. The journal's content is designed to provide its readers with the latest evidence-based insights, best practices, and innovative approaches to addressing the unique challenges and opportunities in child health within the South African context.
The journal's impact extends far beyond its readership. Its published articles contribute to the body of knowledge in child health, influencing clinical practice, policy decisions, and research directions. SAJCH actively promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing among researchers, practitioners, and policymakers, fostering a dynamic and interconnected community dedicated to improving child health.
The journal's strong reputation for publishing high-quality, relevant, and impactful research has positioned it as a valuable resource for healthcare professionals and researchers globally. SAJCH plays a critical role in advancing the field of child health, providing a platform for disseminating impactful research, fostering knowledge exchange, and ultimately contributing to the well-being of children in South Africa and beyond.
Volumes (20 articles)
Volume 0, Issue 1 (2022)
- Is the World Health Organization’s multicentre child growth standard an appropriate growth reference for assessing optimal growth of South African mixed-ancestry children?
- Moderate to severe neonatal encephalopathy with suspected hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy in cooled term infants born in Tygerberg Academic Hospital: Characteristics of fetal monitoring and modifiable factors
- Neonatal medium-sized vessel vasculitis: A rare case report
- Training, confidence and knowledge of healthcare workers with regard to HIV and infant feeding in eThekwini, South Africa