
Archiving Policy
Medical and Health Journey Journal
Policy Statement
Medical and Health Journey Journal is committed to ensuring the long-term preservation, accessibility, and usability of all published content. The journal adopts recognized digital archiving standards to safeguard scholarly records against data loss and technological obsolescence.
Digital Preservation Strategy
To guarantee permanent access to its content, the journal implements multiple archiving and preservation mechanisms, including:
- Institutional repository systems
- Open-access journal platforms
- Secure cloud-based storage and backup systems
These strategies ensure redundancy and continuous availability of all published materials.
Archiving Systems
The journal supports participation in internationally recognized archiving systems, including:
- LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe)
- CLOCKSS (Controlled LOCKSS)
These systems provide decentralized and distributed preservation to ensure long-term digital access, even in the event of journal discontinuation.
Institutional Repository and Self-Archiving
Authors are permitted and encouraged to deposit their work in:
- Institutional repositories
- Subject-specific repositories
- Personal or academic websites
The following versions may be archived:
- Preprint (submitted version)
- Accepted manuscript (post-peer review)
- Published version (Version of Record)
Proper citation to the original publication must always be included.
Metadata Preservation
All published articles are accompanied by standardized metadata, including:
- Author names and affiliations
- Abstract and keywords
- DOI (Digital Object Identifier), if available
- Publication details
Metadata is preserved and indexed to ensure discoverability and interoperability across databases.
Access Guarantee
The journal ensures that all archived content remains:
- Freely accessible under the Open Access policy
- Available without embargo
- Retrievable through journal platforms and indexing services
Backup and Security Measures
The journal maintains regular backups of all content to prevent data loss. Security protocols are implemented to protect against:
- Data corruption
- Unauthorized access
- System failures
Preservation in Case of Journal Closure
In the event that the journal ceases publication, all archived content will remain accessible through:
- External archiving systems (e.g., LOCKSS/CLOCKSS)
- Institutional repositories
This ensures the continued availability of the scholarly record.
Compliance with International Standards
This archiving policy aligns with best practices required by:
- DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals)
- Scopus indexing standards
- International digital preservation frameworks
Continuous Improvement
The journal regularly reviews and updates its archiving strategies to adapt to technological advancements and evolving standards in digital preservation.
