Data Sharing Policy

The Journal of Public Health and Pharmacy (JPHP) is committed to fostering transparency, openness, and collaboration in scientific research. To support these values, authors are strongly encouraged to share their research data whenever possible.

Data Availability Statement

• Requirement: Authors must include a Data Availability Statement in their manuscripts, specifying whether the data supporting their findings are accessible to others.
• Public Repositories: Authors are encouraged to deposit data in reputable public repositories and provide relevant accession numbers or links within the manuscript.
• Format and Documentation: Shared data should be in commonly used, non-proprietary formats and accompanied by clear, comprehensive documentation.

Ethical and Legal Standards

Authors must ensure that data sharing complies with ethical guidelines and legal standards, particularly when data involve human participants or sensitive information. Any limitations on data sharing must be clearly justified in the manuscript.

Embargo Periods and Exceptions

• Embargo Requests: Authors may request an embargo period for data sharing, specifying the duration and rationale.
• Exceptions: Any exceptions to data sharing will be considered on a case-by-case basis, taking into account ethical, legal, or contractual obligations.

By adhering to this Data Sharing Policy, authors contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge and reinforce the Journal of Public Health and Pharmacy’s commitment to openness, transparency, and collaboration in research.