American Journal of Public Health

About American Journal of Public Health

First published in 1911, the American Journal of Public Health (AJPH) is dedicated to publish original work in research, research methods, and program evaluation in the field of public health. The Journal also publishes editorials and commentaries and serves as a forum for health policy analysis. The mission of the Journal is to publish recent evidence that is relevant for public health policy and practice. Each month, national and international public health professionals turn to AJPH for the most current, authoritative, in-depth, and trusted information in the field. AJPH is a monthly, peer-reviewed, scientific publication and its goals are: - To publish the best scientific research in the field of public health, - To serve as a forum for diverse, evidence-based, scientifically accurate viewpoints on major public health issues and policies, - To promote effective, non-partisan public health practice models, and - To increase public and professional understanding of public health problems and their solutions through delivery channels relevant to different audiences and their needs. AJPH is the official peer-reviewed scientific journal of and published independently by the American Public Health Association (APHA). APHA is a professional society founded in 1872 to represent all disciplines and specialties in public health.