Information For Librarians

We welcome librarians and information professionals to explore the Pakistan Journal of Health Solutions (PJHS). As a peer-reviewed open-access journal, PJHS is committed to providing high-quality, accessible research to advance healthcare solutions in Pakistan and globally. This section provides librarians with essential information on how to manage and support the use of PJHS resources within their institutions.

1. Open Access and Availability

PJHS operates under an open-access model, meaning that all articles are freely accessible to anyone, anywhere in the world. This ensures that healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers have access to the latest evidence-based research without subscription or paywall barriers.

  • Full-Text Access: All articles are available online in full-text PDF and HTML formats.
  • Free Access: There are no subscription fees or access charges for libraries or individual users.
  • Immediate Access: Articles are published as soon as they are accepted, ensuring timely access to the latest research.

2. Supporting Institutional Access

Librarians can support the seamless access to PJHS for faculty, students, and researchers by promoting the journal and integrating it into their institutional systems:

  • Institutional Repositories: Libraries are encouraged to archive PJHS articles in their institutional repositories to ensure long-term access.
  • Library Catalogs: Add PJHS to your library's catalog, resource guides, and databases to help users easily discover the journal.
  • Discovery Tools: PJHS is indexed in multiple academic databases. Libraries can help users search for PJHS articles through these platforms.

3. Metadata and DOI

Each article published in PJHS is assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI), providing a permanent and stable link to the content. The journal also provides metadata that can be integrated into library catalog systems and discovery tools, ensuring easy access for users.

  • DOI for Articles: All articles are assigned a DOI, which ensures a permanent and unambiguous link to the content.
  • Metadata Files: Libraries can integrate metadata from PJHS articles into their library management systems for seamless searching and access.

4. Preservation and Archiving

We are committed to ensuring that all articles published in PJHS are preserved for long-term access. The journal works with trusted digital preservation services like Portico and LOCKSS to guarantee the permanent availability of the journal’s content.

  • Digital Preservation: Articles published in PJHS are archived by these trusted services to ensure their long-term availability and access.
  • Library Archives: We encourage libraries to include PJHS in their institutional archives for guaranteed future access.

5. Promoting PJHS to Your Community

Librarians play an essential role in raising awareness about PJHS. Here are a few ways to promote the journal within your academic or healthcare community:

  • Library Website: Add links to PJHS on your library's website or resource page to provide easy access for users.
  • Email Alerts: Encourage users to sign up for email alerts to stay updated on newly published articles or issues.
  • Library Workshops: Organize training sessions for students and faculty on how to access and utilize PJHS for research and academic purposes.

6. Usage Statistics and Reporting

PJHS provides COUNTER-compliant usage statistics, enabling libraries to track article views and downloads accurately. These statistics can help assess the impact and usage of the journal within your institution.

  • COUNTER-Compliant Usage Statistics: Libraries can access detailed usage reports, including data on article views and downloads.

7. Feedback and Support

We value our partnership with librarians and encourage collaboration to enhance the visibility and use of PJHS. If you have any feedback, questions, or need support, please reach out to us.