Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health
The Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health is a monthly peer-reviewed public health journal that covers all aspects of epidemiology and public health. It is published by the BMJ Group.
History
The journal was established in 1947 by John [Ryle (professor)|John Ryle], "one of the most distinguished figures in contemporary medicine". It has been published under various titles:- 1947–1952: British Journal of Social Medicine
- 1953–1977: British Journal of Preventive and Social Medicine
- 1978: Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health
- March 1979: Epidemiology and Community Health
- June 1979–present: ''Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health''