Editorial Policy
Editorial Policies
The Preventive Care Journal (TPCJ) is committed to maintaining the highest academic, ethical, and professional standards in publishing. Our editorial policy ensures a rigorous, transparent, and unbiased peer-review process while promoting the dissemination of high-quality research in preventive medicine, public health, and healthcare management.
1. Open Access Policy
TPCJ is an open-access journal, meaning all published articles are freely accessible online without subscription or paywall barriers. This policy enhances the visibility, accessibility, and global impact of research by ensuring unrestricted access to scholarly work.
2. Conflict of Interest Policy
Authors, reviewers, and editors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence the manuscript’s evaluation or publication process. TPCJ is committed to maintaining transparency and integrity throughout all stages of publication to uphold the journal’s credibility and ethical standards.
3. Retraction and Correction Policy
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Retractions: Articles may be retracted in cases of confirmed ethical violations, data fabrication, plagiarism, or major methodological errors.
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Corrections: Minor errors that do not affect the overall findings or conclusions can be addressed through an official erratum or corrigendum.
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Editorial Expressions of Concern: If serious concerns arise about the integrity of a published article, TPCJ may issue a formal notice while the matter undergoes investigation.
4. Editorial Independence
The editorial board of The Preventive Care Journal maintains full independence in all decisions related to manuscript review and publication. Editorial judgments are based solely on the scientific merit, originality, and relevance of the work, free from external or commercial influence.
