Aims
Journal of Public Health and Community Medicine is an international open access scientific journal, providing a platform for advances in basic, experimental and translational research. The journal aims to publish original research, review articles, short communications and field reports about public health and community medicine, in order to increase understanding of all aspects of the public health and community medicine.
2026, Vol: 5, Issue: 3
J Pub Health Comm Med [Latest Articles]
Original Article- Self-Reported Prevalence and Clinical, Psychological, Lifestyle, and Familial Correlates of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Among Female Medical Students in Pakistan: A Cross-Sectional Study
Fatima Nazir, Farhan Nazir, Ayesha Masood, Hafiz Abdul Mughees, Sana Achakzai, Zainab Ali V Khan, Nazeer Ahmed, Mahnoor Ahmed, Komal Chand,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(3): 256-265
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260417025759
Original Article- Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination and Associated Health Risks in Drinking Water Sources from Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
Abdulrahman Mohammed, Hassan Ismail Musa, Amos Ayuba Gadzama, Abubakar Sadiq Muhammad, Adamu Saidu Saleh, Sani Mohammed,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(3): 240-255
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20251217030605
Original Article- Assessment of Neck Pain–Related Disability and Associated Factors Among Undergraduate Medical Students at Rawalpindi Medical University
Hifza Hameed, Sabuha Arooj, Bisma Shuaib, Aima Sajjad, Tooba Maqsood, Syeda Fatima Mansur, Malik Huraira Bin Khalid, Rimsha Ejaz, Rubab Zahra, Afifa Kalsoom Zahra,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(3): 233-239
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260515013015
Original Article- Traumatic Experiences and Depression among Victims of Banditry Living in Internally Displaced Persons Camps: Prevalence and Associated Factors.
Abdullahi Akilu, Michael Agbo Amedu, Auwal Salihu Sani, Adebayo Sunday Adebisi, Abdulaziz Ibrahim Hadi, Yakubu Ibrahim Anas,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(3): 223-232
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260321110649
Original Article- A Comparative Study of Perceived Family Support Among Patients with Schizophrenia and Healthy Controls
Adebayo Sunday Adebisi, Abdullahi Akilu
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(3): 215-222
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260101101114
Original Article- Perspectives on Place of Delivery in Rural and Urban Communities in Kano State, Nigeria: a Comparative Qualitative Study
Usman Iliyasu, Zakka Musa, Aliyu Shehu Ibrahim, Nazeef Mohammed, Abba Rabi'u, Ibrahim Ibrahim Kurba, Musa Kalle Ismail, Queen Esther Adeyamo,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(3): 204-214
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260214015836
Original Article- Prevalence, Risk Factors, Coping Strategies, and Academic Impact of Primary Dysmenorrhea Among Female Medical Students
Zainab Shabir, Zailah Mehmood Randhawa, Zohad Fareh, Noor Ul Ain Shafi, Bismah Tahir, Sumia Fatima, Rabia Javed, Muhammad Aqib Faizan, Tooba Rehman,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(3): 198-203
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260105081703
Original Article- Utilization of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Testing Services Among Undergraduate Students In Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Nigeria
Malami Muhammad Bello, Elizabeth Enene Inoh, Danmadami Mohammad Abdul’aziz, Hudu Garba Illo, Abdullahi Shehu, Zaharadeen Muhammad Dan-inna
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(3): 187-197
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20250728114139
Original Article- Regulating for Quality, Safety, and Access: Evolution and Reform of Nepal’s Medicines Regulatory System (1978-2025)
Santosh Kc, Panna Thapa, Pramote Tragulpiankit,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(2): 177-186
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260330124622
Review Article- AI versus human-led triage in primary care and emergency settings: A systematic review and meta-analysis of diagnostic accuracy (2019–2026)
Waqar Ahmed Khan
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(2): 173-176
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260312053038
Original Article- Comparative Analysis of Sugar Composition in Selected Infant Formula Brands Consumed in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria
Aminu Ishaka, Aisha Idris, Farida Bashar,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(2): 166-172
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260202013350
Original Article- An end-user pilot survey to understand the awareness of 3D printing and its clinical applications in a small cohort of clinicians
Garima Rana, Sonam Sambyal, Ruchi Pathak Kaul, Nida Mir, Shivam Pandey, Sushma Sagar,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(2): 159-165
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260105083333
Original Article- Physical Activity Patterns in Indonesia: Evidence from the 2023 National Health Survey
Debby Ratno Kustanto, Indah Putri Ramadhanti, Yeltra Armi, Nidianti Nerissa, Rita Gusmiati,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(2): 151-158
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20250813094311
Original Article- Knowledge and awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder among Medical students at Rawalpindi Medical University
Abiha Ahmad, Areeba Maryam, Muhammad Asjad Abdullah, Aina Saleem, Azeef Ali, Dr Mohtashim Hina,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(2): 143-150
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20251221054829
Original Article- Family Stability as a Protective Factor against Domestic Violence: A Mixed-Methods Comparative Cross-Sectional Study in Kwara State, Nigeria
Angela Adaku Elegbua, Obinna Elegbua, Abdullahi Shehu, Hafsat Abolore Ameen, Dooshima Alicia Belabo, Oluwaseun Opeyemi Adesoye, Adeyemi Taiwo Adegboye, Adeyemi David Kolawole, 8. Nuru Suleiman Muhammad,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(2): 129-142
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20251104083616
Original Article- Sociodemographic Determinants of Age at Initiation of Psychoactive Substance Use Among Rehabilitation Clients in Northwestern Nigeria
Abdullahi Ibrahim, Yakubu Ibrahim Anas, Hamza Tajudeen Ismail, Ismail Shamsudeen, Bello Amira, Bakare Tomori Abdulfatai, Attahiru Abusufyan, Ahmad Mustapha, Abubakar Ahmad, Abdullahi Dangulbi Shamsu, Baguda Suleiman Abubakar, Akilu Abdallahi, Sarki Junaidu, Abubakar Sadiq, Hadi Abdulaziz Ibrahim, Umar Zubairu, Abdugaffar Yakubu, Attah Anthonia Nnnena, Ngozi Lucy Obiejemba, Sani Bako Abubakar, Nasir Umar Gwandu, Sabiu Aminu, Halid Isa Amina, Hogan-itam Grace Daniel, Abdulsalam Inuwa Shamsuddini, Abbas Yusuf Abubakar, Ibrahim Muhammad Gidado, Bioku Abass Ayodeji, Umar Faruk Adamu, Lawal Badru, Fahad Lawal,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(2): 121-128
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260118102024
Original Article- Perception of Open Defecation among Yobe State Residents, a Driver for Cholera Outbreak in Nigeria
Enenche Francis Ejeh, Yusuf Madaki Lekko, Ndifreke Udoinyang James, Fatima Adamu Lawan, Juliana James Ndahi, Abdulrahman Mohammed, Stephen Bitrus Balami,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(2): 105-120
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20251201080908
Original Article- Assessing the Effectiveness of Emergency Preparedness Policies in Enhancing Healthcare Service Delivery in Low-Resource Settings
Faseeh Iqbal, Sami Iqbal, Umar Farooq, Khadija Shakoor, Muhammad Hammad, Fatima Noreen
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(1): 96-104
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260113100850
Original Article- Effects of Nurse-Led Supportive Education Intervention on Knowledge of Cervical Cancer Screening among Women in two selected LGAs of Ebonyi State, Nigeria.
Happiness Onuoha, Augusta N Emeh, Victor U Usanga, Stanley Njaka, Nelson Chidinma Okpua, Ihuoma A Obi, Boniface Nwofoke Ukwah, Chinenye Magdalin Oru,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(1): 86-95
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20251223065000
Review Article- Turning the Tide: A Narrative Review of Strategies for Preventing the Global Noncommunicable Disease Epidemic
Saidu Ibrahim, Abdulrauf Segun Ibraheem, Abdulfattah Isa, Saleem Ayodeji Mustapha, Badru Lawal,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(1): 74-85
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20250803071844
Original Research- Patient Safety Culture and its Associated Factors among Health Care Workers of a Teaching Hospital in Nigeria
Josiah Oluwaseun Odu, Idowu Oluwadarasimi,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(1): 60-73
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20251006054703
Original Article- Evaluation of Water Sanitation and Hygiene Practices in Densely Populated Urban Slums in a Northeastern State Nigeria.
Enenche Francis Ejeh, Yusuf Madaki Lekko, Samuel Hassan, Juliana James Ndahi, Fatima Adamu Lawan, Abdulrahman Mohammed, Stephen Bitrus Balami,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(1): 46-59
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20251201093314
- Ethnomedicinal and biophysical characterization of Mucuna pruriens (velvet beans) in Nasarawa State, Nigeria
Abubakar Bala Madaki, Abdulkarim Muhammad Hamza, Jamilu Labaran Ari, Ali Musa Kazzayo, Safiya Sani Osagede
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(1): 33-45
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20251217033410
Original Article- Predictors of medication non-adherence among outpatients with Schizophrenia at Federal Neuro-psychiatric Hospital, Kaduna, Nigeria
Shamsuddini Abdulsalam Inuwa, Marufah Dupe Lasisi, Bamidele Issa Lubuola, Abdulkadir Usman Sambo, Yakubu Anas Ibrahim, Sunday John, Ibrahim Aliyu Musa, Abubakar Sulaiman Baguda, Abdulaziz Hadi Ibrahim, Nafisatu Hayatudeen, Musa Abdulrazaq Ibrahim,
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(1): 24-32
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20251008012854
Original Article- Conflict-driven veterinary vaccine hesitancy and professional immobilization in Amhara Sayint, Ethiopia
Kiflu Belete Zewdie
J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(1): 16-23
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20251115105930
