Reviewer Resources
Tools and guidance to support fair, thorough reviews for JPHI.
Support High-Quality Reviews
Please do not hesitate to provide an impartial review. Revisions can be requested until the desired quality is achieved.
If a manuscript is outside scope, please decline promptly and provide clear reasons.
Key Review Reminders
- Be objective and specific in your comments.
- Decline if out of scope or a conflict exists.
- Explain rejection reasons clearly and suggest next steps when possible.
- If language is a concern, recommend improvements without discouraging authors.
Review Template
Summary
Briefly describe the study and its contribution.
Major Issues
Methodological concerns, missing data, or unclear outcomes.
Minor Issues
Clarity, grammar, formatting, and reference corrections.
Recommendation
Accept, minor revision, major revision, or reject.
Helpful Links
Need support? Contact the editorial office at [email protected] for guidance.
Thank You for Your Service
Your reviews help ensure that published evidence improves public health outcomes.
Last updated: January 2026
