Membership discounts
Members of JHHR’s publisher receive reduced APC pricing. Because the exact reduction depends on the membership tier, see Membership for current rates and eligibility rather than a single headline figure here.
For Authors
Article Processing Charges
JHHR is fully open access and funds publication through a one-time Article Processing Charge (APC), billed only after acceptance.
Editorial decisions are made independently of ability to pay — see Editorial Policies.
Standard pricing
The Article Processing Charge
The APC covers peer-review coordination, professional editing, production, DOI registration, indexing submission, hosting and permanent archival. Payment is requested only after your manuscript has been accepted.
Standard
Regular submission
$2,100 USD
- Single-blind peer review (double-blind on request)
- Professional copyediting and typesetting
- CrossRef DOI registration
- Immediate open-access publication
- Permanent archival and hosting
Students & trainees
Student / trainee rate
$1,575 USD
- All standard services included
- 25% reduced rate
- Supervisor recommendation required
- Institutional verification letter required
Transparency
What your APC covers
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| Peer review management | Coordination of single-blind review (double-blind on request) by health-research specialists |
| Professional editing | Copyediting, grammar correction and language polishing |
| Typesetting & production | Professional layout in PDF and HTML formats |
| Figure processing | High-quality reproduction of images, charts and diagrams |
| DOI registration | Permanent CrossRef DOI for citation tracking |
| Indexing submission | Metadata distribution to major academic databases |
| Hosting & archival | Permanent availability with redundant server infrastructure |
| Author support | Dedicated support throughout the publication process |
No hidden fees
The APC is a one-time charge. There are no submission fees, page charges, colour-figure fees, or supplementary-material charges.
Access without barriers
Discounts & waivers
Low-income-country waivers
Authors from World Bank-classified low-income countries are eligible for APC waivers; partial waivers are available for lower-middle-income countries based on demonstrated need.
Hardship waivers
Individual authors facing financial hardship may request a discretionary waiver. Requests are considered case-by-case at submission.
Settling the charge
Payment options & timing
- PayPal — we accept payment via PayPal. For bank-transfer payments, contact the Accounts Department at [email protected].
- Credit/debit card — Visa, MasterCard, American Express, via a secure payment gateway.
- Institutional invoice — we can invoice your institution directly.
- Grant funding — documentation is provided for grant reimbursement.
Payment is due within 48 hours of acceptance notification. We understand institutional payment processing can take time and will work with you to accommodate reasonable delays on request.
Ethics notice
Withdrawal policy
Concurrent submission of a manuscript to multiple journals is a violation of publication ethics. If a paper is withdrawn from JHHR after 3 days of submission in order to be sent elsewhere, a 30% withdrawal fee applies. Official withdrawal must be confirmed by the editorial office before submitting elsewhere.
Why open access
Open access benefits
- Immediate availability — your article is freely accessible worldwide from the moment of publication, with no subscription barrier or embargo period.
- Wider reach — readers can find, read and cite the article without needing a subscription or institutional access.
- Policy compliance — many funding agencies and institutions require open-access publication for grant-funded research.
- Public engagement — healthcare providers, patients and policymakers can access and apply your findings immediately.
- Permanent access — your work remains accessible with a stable DOI for long-term citation.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
- When do I pay the APC?
- Only after your manuscript has been formally accepted for publication following peer review. There is no upfront submission fee.
- Can my institution pay the APC?
- Yes — we can invoice your institution directly, or provide documentation for grant reimbursement. Contact our accounts department for invoicing requirements.
- How do I apply for a waiver?
- Include the request with your manuscript submission. Select the waiver-request option and provide supporting documentation, such as student verification or institutional affiliation.
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