Manuscript Preparation :

Language: Manuscripts must be written in clear, concise English. If necessary, authors should seek professional language editing services. Length: Manuscripts word count should not exceed [4500] (excluding references, tables, and figures). Each section should adhere to the following word limits: Abstract: 150-300 words

Formatting :

Use a standard font (Times New Roman, 12-point). Double-space the entire manuscript, including the title page, abstract, main text, and references. Use standard margins (e.g., 1 inch on all sides). Number all pages consecutively. Line numbers should be included to assist in the review process.

Title Page :

Include the title of the manuscript, author names, affiliations, and contact information for the corresponding author. Provide a short title of no more than 50 characters. Acknowledgments of funding sources, if applicable.

Abstract and Keywords :

Abstract: The abstract should be structured with the following headings: Objectives, Methods, Results, Conclusions. Keywords: Include 3-5 keywords that describe the article’s main topics for indexing and search purposes.

 Introduction :

Clearly state the problem being investigated. Provide relevant background literature and justify the need for the study. State the research questions or hypotheses.

Methods :

Study Design: Describe the study design, including the population/sample, data collection methods, and measures used. Ethics Approval: Include a statement on ethical approval (institutional review board approval) and consent from participants. Statistical Analysis: Clearly explain the statistical methods used for data analysis, specifying any software used.

Results :

Present results in a logical sequence, using tables, figures, and charts as needed. Avoid interpreting the results in this section, reserve interpretation for the Discussion.

Discussion :

Discuss the significance of the findings. Compare findings with existing literature. Address limitations of the study and how they might affect the interpretation of results. Provide practical or policy recommendations based on the study’s findings.

Conclusion :

Offer a concise summary of the key findings. State the public health implications of the research. Suggest areas for future research.

References :

Follow the specific citation style required by the journal (Vancouver). Ensure all references are up to date, accurate, and listed alphabetically (or numerically, based on citation style). Use citation management software if possible, to maintain accuracy.

Tables and Figures :

Tables: Submit tables in editable format (e.g., Word, Excel), numbered sequentially, with descriptive titles. Figures: High-resolution figures should be provided in accepted formats (e.g., JPEG, TIFF). Number figures sequentially and include concise captions. Ensure tables and figures are cited in the text in the appropriate places.

Supplementary Materials :

Any additional data, materials, or multimedia that support the article but are not essential to the main text can be submitted as supplementary files. Clearly reference any supplementary materials within the manuscript.

Ethical Considerations :

Manuscripts must include a statement confirming ethical approval and informed consent from participants. Declare any potential conflicts of interest. Follow ethical guidelines for research, including data protection and confidentiality.

Acknowledgments :

Acknowledge all contributors who do not meet the criteria for authorship. Mention funding sources and other support received during the research.

Conflict of Interest :

Authors must disclose any conflicts of interest, whether financial or personal, that might influence their work.

Authorship Criteria :

All authors listed must meet the criteria for authorship (i.e., substantial contributions to the conception, design, data collection, analysis, and interpretation, and approval of the final manuscript).

Submission Process :

File Format: Manuscripts should be submitted in Word format. Online Submission: Authors should submit via the journal’s online submission portal. Cover Letter: Include a cover letter that briefly outlines the relevance of the work and states that the manuscript is not under consideration elsewhere.

Review Process :

Manuscripts will be subject to a double-blind peer-review process. Authors may be required to revise their manuscript based on reviewer feedback. Revised submissions should include a detailed response to reviewers’ comments. Authors will be notified of the final decision (accept, reject, or request further revisions).

Fees :

500 USD Discounts considered for authors from low- and middle-income countries