Templates of Submitting Manuscripts

All authors are strongly advised to use the provided templates as a foundation for crafting their manuscript submissions to ensure consistency, clarity, and adherence to journal standards. The templates serve as a structured format for organizing your manuscript according to the journal’s requirements, facilitating a smoother review and publication process.

Template Compliance and Article-Specific Adjustments

While these templates offer a standardized format, authors should note that minor adjustments may be necessary depending on the specific type of article being submitted (e.g., original research articles, reviews, case studies, short communications). However, even with these modifications, it is essential that the main structure, formatting, and style requirements set by the journal are followed. This ensures that each submission aligns with the uniform formatting standards expected across all articles in the journal.

Key Benefits of Using Templates

  1. Enhanced Readability and Professionalism: Adhering to the templates allows your work to be presented in a professional and consistent format, improving readability for reviewers and the journal’s readership.
  2. Efficient Review Process: Standardized formats reduce time and effort for reviewers, ensuring a more efficient and effective review process.
  3. Compliance with Journal Standards: Using the template helps you meet all journal formatting and style requirements, reducing the risk of submission delays due to formatting adjustments.

 

 

 

Journal of Women and Child Health (JoWaCH) Case Report/Case Series Manuscript Template

TITLE PAGE

  • Title of Manuscript
  • Names of Authors: Maximum 6 authors, including affiliations, degrees, email addresses, and ORCID IDs (ORCID IDs of every author is a MUST requirement).
  • Running Title: Maximum 75 characters.

ABSTRACT (Heading 1) (Structured, maximum 250 words)

Background (Heading 2): Brief introduction of the condition or context of the case(s).
Case Presentation (Heading 2): Summary of patient demographics, clinical findings, and initial diagnosis.
Intervention and Outcome (Heading 2): Brief description of treatment, intervention, and outcome.
Conclusions (Heading 2): Key lessons or clinical insights.
Keywords (Heading 2): Maximum of 6 relevant keywords.

SUMMARY OF THE CASE IN LAYMAN ENGLISH (Heading 1)

Provide a lay summary of the case(s), written for a general audience, explaining the importance and outcomes (maximum 250 words).

INTRODUCTION (Heading 1) (Minimum 600 words)

- Background (Heading 2): Overview of the condition or disease, relevant literature, and the reason for reporting this case or series.
- Significance of the Case(s) (Heading 2): Justification for reporting the case(s), including clinical relevance and novelty.
- Objectives of the Report (Heading 2): Clearly state the purpose or objective of reporting this case or series.


CASE PRESENTATION (Heading 1)

  1. Patient Information (Heading 2):
    • Include age, gender, ethnicity, and other relevant demographics.
    • Describe relevant medical history, family history, and presenting symptoms.
  2. Clinical Findings (Heading 2):
    • Describe clinical examination results, diagnostic test findings, and other relevant details at presentation.
  3. Timeline (Heading 2):
    • Provide a chronological sequence of events, from initial presentation to final outcome.
  4. Diagnostic Assessment (Heading 2):
    • Outline the diagnostic process, including differential diagnoses considered.
    • Describe imaging, laboratory results, or histopathology findings that led to the diagnosis.
  5. Therapeutic Intervention (Heading 2):
    • Describe any interventions, such as medication, surgery, lifestyle changes, or counseling.
    • Specify dosages, durations, and any adjustments made over time.

ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS AND PATIENT CONSENT (Heading 1):
Include details about ethical approval (if applicable) and confirmation of informed consent obtained from the patient(s) or guardian(s) for publication (The submitting manuscript must contain information about the Ethics Committee/IRB approval with reference number and the date of issue.).

OUTCOMES AND FOLLOW-UP (Heading 1)

  1. Clinical Outcome and Follow-Up (Heading 2): Describe the patient’s clinical outcome and any follow-up measures.
  2. Patient Perspective (Heading 2) (if applicable): Include a brief account of the patient's or guardian’s perspective on the treatment and outcome.
  3. Adverse Events (Heading 2): Report any adverse effects or complications related to the intervention or condition.

DISCUSSION (Heading 1) (Minimum 700 words)

  1. Interpretation of Key Findings (Heading 2): Discuss the findings in the context of existing literature, comparing with similar cases or case series.
  2. Rationale for Reporting (Heading 2): Explain why this case or series is unique or significant.
  3. Clinical Implications and Lessons Learned (Heading 2): Highlight clinical lessons, implications, and potential applications of the findings.

Study Strengths and Limitations (Heading 2): Discuss strengths and limitations of the case report/series, such as the generalizability of findings and limitations in scope.

FUTURE RESEARCH AND CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS (Heading 1) (200 words)

Discuss potential directions for future research or implications for clinical practice.

CONCLUSION (Heading 1) (400 words)

Summarize the main conclusions drawn from the case(s) and any recommendations for practitioners facing similar cases.

SUPPORTING INFORMATION (Heading 1)

  • File 1: Images, such as radiographs, MRIs, or pathology slides.
  • File 2: Laboratory results or diagnostic reports.
  • File 3: Additional supporting documentation (e.g., consent forms).

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS (Heading 1)

AUTHOR CONTRIBUTIONS (Heading 1)

  • Conceptualization: Name of authors involved
  • Data Collection: Name of authors involved
  • Formal Analysis: Name of authors involved
  • Funding Acquisition: Name of authors involved
  • Investigation: Name of authors involved
  • Methodology: Name of authors involved
  • Project Administration: Name of authors involved
  • Resources: Name of authors involved
  • Supervision: Name of authors involved
  • Validation: Name of authors involved
  • Visualization: Name of authors involved
  • Writing – Original Draft Preparation: Name of authors involved
  • Writing – Review & Editing: Name of authors involved

KEY POINTS FOR LITERATURE (Heading 1)

  1. What This Case Report/Series Adds to Current Literature: Four bullet points summarizing contributions.
  2. What Is Already Known: Four bullet points summarizing background knowledge on the condition or issue.

REFERENCES (Heading 1)

Use Vancouver style referencing.

 

 

 

Journal of Women and Child Health (JoWaCH) Original Article and Research Article Manuscript Template

TITLE PAGE

  • Title of Manuscript
  • Names of Authors: Maximum 6 authors, including affiliations, degrees, email addresses, and ORCID IDs (ORCID IDs of every author is a MUST requirement).
  • Running Title: Maximum 75 characters.

ABSTRACT (Heading 1) (Structured) (maximum 250 words)

Background (Heading 2)
Methods (Heading 2)
Results (Heading 2)
Conclusions (Heading 2)
Keywords (Heading 2) (maximum of 6 keywords)

Summary of the paper in Layman English (Heading 1) (250 words maximum)

INTRODUCTION (Heading 1) (600 words minimum)

Background (Heading 2)
Rationale of the research (Heading 2)
Objectives of the research (Heading 2)

MATERIALS AND METHODS (Heading 1)

Study design and study setting (Heading 2)
Study population (Heading 2)
Sample size estimation: (calculation of sample size) (Heading 3)
Sampling technique (Heading 2)
Biases and confounders linked with the research and how the study methodology dealt with these biases and confounders (Heading 2)
Data collection tool (Heading 2)
Method of Data collection (Heading 2)
Quality control measures adopted during data collection and data analysis (Heading 2)
Data Analysis (Heading 2): Provide a brief overview of the data analysis methods employed in the study, highlighting their significance in answering the research questions.

  • Data Preparation (Heading 3)
  • Data Cleaning (Heading 3): Describe the steps taken to clean the data, including handling missing values and outliers.
  • Data Transformation (Heading 3): Explain any transformations applied to the data to meet the assumptions of statistical tests (e.g., normalization, standardization).
  • Data Modeling (Heading 3): Outline the modeling techniques used to analyze the data.
  • Descriptive Statistics (Heading 3): Present key descriptive statistics to summarize the data, including:
    Mean, Median, Mode and Standard deviation  
  • Statistical Tests (Heading 3): Detail the statistical tests applied, specifying the rationale for their use, including: T-tests, ANOVA, Regression analysis, Chi-square tests, and Mention any assumptions that were checked prior to conducting these tests.  
  • Inferential Statistics (Heading 3):Report inferential statistics, such as: Confidence intervals, P-values, also Discuss the significance of findings based on these statistics.

Ethical approval and ethical considerations (Heading 2): (The submitting manuscript must contain information about the Ethics Committee/IRB approval with reference number and the date of issue.)

RESULTS (Heading 1) (with detailed statistical rigor)  
Demographic Characteristics of the participants (Heading 2)
Major findings (Heading 2)
(mention the results in great depth with strong statistical rigor using confidence interval and p value and if possible multivariate analysis and regression) (can also use any relevant statistical tests making the overall analysis with strongest rigor)  
Objective specific findings (Heading 2)
(mention the results in great depth with strong statistical rigor using confidence interval and p value and if possible multivariate analysis and regression) (can also use any relevant statistical tests making the overall analysis with strongest rigor)
Table\s (create table in tabular format) (No limit to number of tables)  
Figure\s Insert the Label of the Figure (No limit to number of Figures)

DISCUSSION (Heading 1) (700 words discussing each of the study’s objectives by comparing the results of manuscript with the relevant studies) (in greater depth)  
Study strengths and limitations (Heading 2)

FUTURE RESEARCH IMPLICATIONS (Heading 1) (200 words)

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS (Heading 1) (400 words)

SUPPORTING INFORMATION (Heading 1)

File 1: Questionnaire/tool
File 2:
File 3:

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS (Heading 1)

AUTHORS CONTRIBUTIONS (Heading 1)

Conceptualization: Name of authors involved
Data Curation: Name of authors involved
Formal Analysis: Name of authors involved
Funding Acquisition: Name of authors involved
Investigation: Name of authors involved
Methodology: Name of authors involved
Project Administration: Name of authors involved
Resources: Name of authors involved
Software: Name of authors involved
Supervision: Name of authors involved
Validation: Name of authors involved
Visualization: Name of authors involved
Writing – Original Draft Preparation: Name of authors involved
Writing – Review & Editing: Name of authors involved

4 short Key bullet points which this study adds to the current literature (Heading 1)

4 short Key bullet points what is already known about this topic or issue (Heading 1)

REFERENCES (Heading 1) (Vancouver style of referencing)

 

 

Journal of Women and Child Health (JoWaCH) Qualitative Research Manuscript Template

TITLE PAGE

  • Title of Manuscript
  • Names of Authors: Maximum 6 authors, including affiliations, academic degrees, email addresses, and ORCID IDs (ORCID IDs of every author is a MUST requirement).
  • Running Title: Maximum 75 characters.

ABSTRACT (Heading 1)

Structured abstract of a maximum of 250 words.

  1. Background (Heading 2): Brief context of the study.
  2. Methods (Heading 2): Outline of qualitative methods used, such as the study design (e.g., ethnography, phenomenology) and data collection methods (e.g., interviews, focus groups).
  3. Results (Heading 2): Summary of key themes and insights discovered.
  4. Conclusions (Heading 2): Implications of findings.
  5. Keywords (Heading 2): Up to 6 relevant keywords.

LAY SUMMARY (Heading 1)

Provide a lay summary of the paper, written in non-technical language for a general audience (250 words maximum).

INTRODUCTION (Heading 1) (Minimum 600 words)

  1. Background (Heading 2): Context of the study, with a review of relevant literature.
  2. Rationale of the Research (Heading 2): The reason for choosing a qualitative approach.
  3. Objectives of the Research (Heading 2): Specific aims or objectives.

MATERIALS AND METHODS (Heading 1)

  1. Study Design and Setting (Heading 2): Describe the qualitative design (e.g., case study, ethnography) and the setting.
  2. Study Population (Heading 2): Description of participants or sampling pool.
  3. Sampling Methodology (Heading 2):
    • Sample Size (Heading 3): Justification for sample size based on data saturation.
    • Sampling Technique (Heading 3): Describe the sampling technique (e.g., purposive, snowball).
  4. Data Collection (Heading 2): Outline the tools and techniques used in data collection.
    • Interview Guide or Tool (Heading 3): Provide details of the guide or protocol used in interviews or focus groups.
    • Data Collection Procedures (Heading 3): Describe the step-by-step data collection process.
    • Researcher Reflexivity (Heading 3): Briefly outline the researcher’s background and positionality, acknowledging potential biases.
  5. Ethical Considerations (Heading 2): Include ethical approval details and consent process (The submitting manuscript must contain information about the Ethics Committee/IRB approval with reference number and the date of issue.).

DATA ANALYSIS (Heading 1)

  1. Analytic Approach (Heading 2): Describe the qualitative analysis approach (e.g., thematic analysis, grounded theory, content analysis).
  2. Data Preparation (Heading 3): Explain how data was organized (e.g., transcription, coding).
  3. Data Coding Process (Heading 3): Detail the coding process, including use of software, if applicable.
  4. Theme Development (Heading 3): Explain how themes or categories were identified, refined, and validated.
  5. Quality Control Measures (Heading 2):
    • Credibility and Trustworthiness (Heading 3): Describe measures taken to enhance the credibility of findings (e.g., member checking, peer debriefing).
    • Dependability and Confirmability (Heading 3): Address techniques for reliability, such as audit trails or triangulation.

RESULTS (Heading 1)

  1. Participant Characteristics (Heading 2): Summarize the demographic information of participants, if relevant.
  2. Key Themes and Sub-Themes (Heading 2):
    • Present each theme in detail, with representative quotes from participants.
    • Include rich descriptions to convey the depth and meaning of the findings.
  3. Additional Analyses (Heading 2): Describe any patterns or contrasts within the data (e.g., across demographics).
  4. Tables and Figures:
    • Tables: Use to organize themes, sub-themes, and representative quotes (unlimited figures allowed).
    • Figures: Include diagrams or models to represent conceptual frameworks or relationships among themes (unlimited figures allowed).

DISCUSSION (Heading 1) (Minimum 700 words)

Discuss the findings in the context of existing literature and each of the study’s objectives.

  1. Interpretation of Key Findings (Heading 2): Relate findings to existing qualitative research.
  2. Study Strengths and Limitations (Heading 2): Highlight strengths and limitations unique to the qualitative approach, such as transferability or researcher reflexivity.

IMPLICATIONS FOR FUTURE RESEARCH (Heading 1) (200 words)

Discuss how the findings could inform future research and practice in the field of women and child health.

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS (Heading 1) (400 words)

Summarize the main conclusions and provide recommendations based on the study's qualitative findings.

SUPPORTING INFORMATION (Heading 1)

  • File 1: Interview Guide or Tool
  • File 2: Coding Framework
  • File 3: Any additional supporting documents or materials.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS (Heading 1)

AUTHOR CONTRIBUTIONS (Heading 1)

  1. Conceptualization: Development of the study concept.
  2. Data Collection and Curation: Gathering and managing the qualitative data.
  3. Data Analysis: Coding and theme development.
  4. Validation: Ensuring reliability and consistency in findings.
  5. Writing – Draft and Review: Contribution to manuscript preparation and revisions.

KEY POINTS FOR LITERATURE (Heading 1)

  1. What This Study Adds to Current Literature: Four bullet points on contributions.
  2. What Is Already Known: Four bullet points summarizing background knowledge on the topic.

REFERENCES (Heading 1)

Use Vancouver style referencing.

 

 

 

Journal of Women and Child Health (JoWaCH) Systematic Review Manuscript Template

TITLE PAGE

  • Title of Manuscript
  • Names of Authors: Maximum 6 authors, including affiliations, degrees, email addresses, and ORCID IDs(ORCID IDs of every author is a MUST requirement).
  • Running Title: Maximum 75 characters.

ABSTRACT (Heading 1)

Structured abstract of a maximum of 250 words.

  1. Background (Heading 2): Briefly outline the problem and rationale for the systematic review.
  2. Methods (Heading 2): Summary of search strategy, inclusion criteria, and data extraction methods.
  3. Results (Heading 2): Key findings, including the number of studies reviewed and main outcomes.
  4. Conclusions (Heading 2): Implications of the findings for research and practice.
  5. Keywords (Heading 2): Up to 6 relevant keywords.

LAY SUMMARY (Heading 1)

Provide a lay summary of the systematic review in non-technical language for a general audience (maximum 250 words).

INTRODUCTION (Heading 1) (Minimum 600 words)

  1. Background (Heading 2): Overview of the topic, with a focus on existing knowledge and the significance of the systematic review.
  2. Rationale for the Systematic Review (Heading 2): Why a systematic review is needed in this area.
  3. Objectives of the Review (Heading 2): Clearly state the primary and secondary objectives of the review.

METHODS (Heading 1)

  1. Protocol and Registration (Heading 2): Include registration details, such as PROSPERO ID if registered.
  2. Eligibility Criteria (Heading 2):
    • Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria (Heading 3): Specify criteria for study selection (e.g., types of participants, interventions, outcomes).
  3. Information Sources (Heading 2): Describe the databases and other sources (e.g., grey literature) used for the search.
  4. Search Strategy (Heading 2):
    • Keywords and Boolean Operators (Heading 3): Provide keywords and operators used, and indicate if any restrictions (e.g., date, language) were applied.
  5. Study Selection (Heading 2): Describe the process for screening and selecting studies, including any software used for managing references.
  6. Data Collection Process (Heading 2):
    • Data Extraction Tool (Heading 3): Outline the tools or forms used to extract relevant data.
    • Extracted Variables (Heading 3): Specify data items collected from each study (e.g., study design, sample size, interventions, outcomes).
  7. Risk of Bias in Individual Studies (Heading 2): Describe methods for assessing the risk of bias for each included study (e.g., Cochrane risk-of-bias tool).
  8. Data Analysis and Synthesis (Heading 2):
    • Data Synthesis Approach (Heading 3): Explain the approach for synthesizing the data (e.g., qualitative synthesis, meta-analysis).
    • Subgroup Analyses (Heading 3): Mention any planned subgroup analyses if applicable.
    • Sensitivity Analysis (Heading 3): Describe any sensitivity analyses to check the robustness of the findings.
  9. Quality Assessment (Heading 2): Outline criteria and methods used for assessing the quality of evidence (e.g., GRADE framework).
  10. Ethical Considerations (Heading 2): Discuss any ethical concerns related to conducting the systematic review (The submitting manuscript must contain information about the Ethics Committee/IRB approval with reference number and the date of issue.).

RESULTS (Heading 1)

  1. Study Selection Process (Heading 2):
    • Use a PRISMA flow diagram to show the number of studies identified, screened, eligible, and included.
  2. Characteristics of Included Studies (Heading 2): Summarize key characteristics, such as study design, population, and interventions.
  3. Risk of Bias Across Studies (Heading 2): Report risk of bias assessment for included studies.
  4. Main Findings (Heading 2):
    • Synthesis of Results (Heading 3): Present findings by outcomes, using tables for clarity.
    • Subgroup and Sensitivity Analyses (Heading 3): Report results of any subgroup or sensitivity analyses.
  5. Tables and Figures:
    • Tables: Summarize study characteristics, risk of bias, and main outcomes.
    • Figures: Use forest plots for meta-analysis results and PRISMA flow diagram for study selection.

DISCUSSION (Heading 1) (Minimum 700 words)

  1. Interpretation of Findings (Heading 2): Discuss how findings relate to existing literature, addressing each objective.
  2. Limitations of the Review (Heading 2): Outline limitations related to study design, risk of bias, or the review process.
  3. Study Strengths (Heading 2): Highlight strengths of the review, such as comprehensive search strategies or rigorous bias assessment.

IMPLICATIONS FOR FUTURE RESEARCH (Heading 1) (200 words)

Provide insights into how the findings could guide future research, policy, or practice.

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS (Heading 1) (400 words)

Summarize the main conclusions and provide actionable recommendations based on the systematic review.

SUPPORTING INFORMATION (Heading 1)

  • File 1: PRISMA flow diagram.
  • File 2: Data extraction form.
  • File 3: Any additional supporting documents or materials.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS (Heading 1)

AUTHOR CONTRIBUTIONS (Heading 1)

  1. Conceptualization: Development of the review concept.
  2. Data Collection and Curation: Gathering, screening, and managing data.
  3. Data Analysis and Synthesis: Analysis and synthesis of data across studies.
  4. Writing – Draft and Review: Preparation and review of manuscript drafts.

KEY POINTS FOR LITERATURE (Heading 1)

  1. What This Review Adds to Current Literature: Four bullet points on the review’s contributions.
  2. What Is Already Known: Four bullet points summarizing the background knowledge on the topic.

REFERENCES (Heading 1)

Use Vancouver style referencing.

 

 

Journal of Women and Child Health (JoWaCH) Meta-Analysis Manuscript Template

TITLE PAGE

  • Title of Manuscript
  • Names of Authors: Maximum 6 authors, including affiliations, degrees, email addresses, and ORCID IDs (ORCID IDs of every author is a MUST requirement).
  • Running Title: Maximum 75 characters.

ABSTRACT (Heading 1) (Structured, maximum 250 words)

Background (Heading 2)
Methods (Heading 2): Outline of data sources, search strategy, inclusion criteria, and statistical techniques for meta-analysis.
Results (Heading 2): Key findings with summary statistics (e.g., effect sizes, confidence intervals).
Conclusions (Heading 2)
Keywords (Heading 2): Maximum of 6 relevant keywords.

SUMMARY OF THE PAPER IN LAYMAN ENGLISH (Heading 1)

Provide a lay summary of the paper (maximum 250 words).

INTRODUCTION (Heading 1) (Minimum 600 words)

Background (Heading 2): Overview of the problem, context, and importance of the meta-analysis.
Rationale of the Research (Heading 2): Justification for conducting a meta-analysis, including gaps in previous literature.
Objectives of the Research (Heading 2): Clearly state the objectives, including specific research questions or hypotheses.

MATERIALS AND METHODS (Heading 1)

  1. Protocol and Registration (Heading 2): Indicate whether a protocol was registered (e.g., PROSPERO ID).
  2. Eligibility Criteria (Heading 2):
    • Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria (Heading 3): Specify criteria used to select studies, such as participant characteristics, interventions, outcomes, and study designs.
  3. Information Sources (Heading 2): Describe the databases and any additional sources used in the search (e.g., grey literature, clinical trial registries).
  4. Search Strategy (Heading 2):
    • Keywords and Boolean Operators (Heading 3): Provide details of the search terms and operators, and mention any restrictions (e.g., language, date range).
  5. Study Selection (Heading 2): Outline the process for selecting studies, including screening, eligibility assessment, and tools/software used (e.g., Covidence).
  6. Data Collection Process (Heading 2):
    • Data Extraction Tool (Heading 3): Describe the tool or form used for data extraction.
    • Data Items (Heading 3): List data items collected, such as study characteristics, sample size, effect measures, and risk of bias.
  7. Risk of Bias Assessment (Heading 2): Explain the tool used for bias assessment (e.g., Cochrane Risk of Bias tool) and the procedure for assessing bias in individual studies.
  8. Effect Measures (Heading 2):
    • Specify the effect measures (e.g., odds ratios, relative risk, mean difference) used in the meta-analysis.
  9. Data Analysis and Synthesis (Heading 2):
    • Data Synthesis Approach (Heading 3): Detail the statistical approach, including fixed or random effects models.
    • Heterogeneity Assessment (Heading 3): Describe methods for assessing heterogeneity (e.g., I² statistic, Q test).
    • Subgroup and Sensitivity Analyses (Heading 3): Report any planned subgroup or sensitivity analyses.
    • Publication Bias (Heading 3): Describe methods for assessing publication bias, such as funnel plots or Egger’s test.

Ethical Approval and Considerations (Heading 2): Discuss any ethical concerns related to the review process (The submitting manuscript must contain information about the Ethics Committee/IRB approval with reference number and the date of issue.).

RESULTS (Heading 1)

  1. Study Selection Process (Heading 2):
    • Use a PRISMA flow diagram to present the process of study selection, including the number of studies identified, screened, eligible, and included.
  2. Characteristics of Included Studies (Heading 2): Summarize the key characteristics of each study (e.g., design, sample size, intervention).
  3. Risk of Bias in Included Studies (Heading 2): Report the results of the risk of bias assessment.
  4. Results of Meta-Analysis (Heading 2):
    • Pooled Effect Estimates (Heading 3): Present pooled effect estimates, including effect sizes with confidence intervals and p-values.
    • Heterogeneity (Heading 3): Report measures of heterogeneity (e.g., I², tau²) and any observed patterns.
    • Subgroup and Sensitivity Analyses (Heading 3): Summarize findings from subgroup or sensitivity analyses.
  5. Publication Bias Assessment (Heading 2): Include results from funnel plots or statistical tests for publication bias.

Tables and Figures

  • Tables: Summarize study characteristics, risk of bias, and main results.
  • Figures: Use forest plots for main results and funnel plots for publication bias assessment (No limit to the number of tables or figures).

DISCUSSION (Heading 1) (Minimum 700 words)

  1. Interpretation of Key Findings (Heading 2): Discuss findings in the context of the research objectives and compare with existing literature.
  2. Implications of Findings (Heading 2): Discuss how the findings contribute to the field, addressing strengths and implications.
  3. Limitations of the Meta-Analysis (Heading 2): Highlight potential limitations, including publication bias, heterogeneity, and risk of bias in included studies.

FUTURE RESEARCH IMPLICATIONS (Heading 1) (200 words)

Discuss implications for future research, policy, and practice based on the findings of the meta-analysis.

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS (Heading 1) (400 words)

Summarize the main conclusions and provide actionable recommendations derived from the meta-analysis findings.

SUPPORTING INFORMATION (Heading 1)

  • File 1: PRISMA flow diagram.
  • File 2: Data extraction sheet.
  • File 3: Additional supporting materials.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS (Heading 1)

AUTHOR CONTRIBUTIONS (Heading 1)

  • Conceptualization
  • Data Curation
  • Formal Analysis
  • Funding Acquisition
  • Investigation
  • Methodology
  • Project Administration
  • Resources
  • Software
  • Supervision
  • Validation
  • Visualization
  • Writing – Original Draft Preparation
  • Writing – Review & Editing

KEY POINTS FOR LITERATURE (Heading 1)

  1. What This Meta-Analysis Adds to Current Literature: Four bullet points on contributions.
  2. What Is Already Known: Four bullet points summarizing background knowledge on the topic.

REFERENCES (Heading 1)

Use Vancouver style referencing.

 

 

 

Journal of Women and Child Health (JoWaCH) Technical Paper Manuscript Template

TITLE PAGE

  • Title of Manuscript
  • Names of Authors: Maximum 6 authors, including affiliations, degrees, email addresses, and ORCID IDs (ORCID IDs of every author is a MUST requirement).
  • Running Title: Maximum 75 characters.

ABSTRACT (Heading 1) (Structured, maximum 250 words)

Background (Heading 2): Briefly outline the problem and purpose of the technical work.
Methods/Technical Approach (Heading 2): Summary of technical methods, processes, or approaches utilized.
Results (Heading 2): Key findings or outcomes of the technical work.
Conclusions (Heading 2): Practical or clinical implications of the technical solution or findings.
Keywords (Heading 2): Maximum of 6 relevant keywords.

SUMMARY OF THE PAPER IN LAYMAN ENGLISH (Heading 1)

Provide a lay summary of the technical paper (maximum 250 words).

INTRODUCTION (Heading 1) (Minimum 600 words)

Background (Heading 2): Overview of the problem, technology, or system addressed in the paper.
Rationale of the Technical Work (Heading 2): Justification for the technical approach, tool, or innovation.
Objectives of the Technical Work (Heading 2): Clearly state the objectives or intended outcomes of the work.

MATERIALS AND METHODS (Heading 1)

  1. Technical Design and Setting (Heading 2): Describe the technical design, equipment, or software used, and the setting or context.
  2. Target Population or Application (Heading 2): Specify the intended users, populations, or systems to which this work applies.
  3. Technical Specifications (Heading 2): Provide specific details on technology, devices, or processes used.
  4. Procedure or Implementation Process (Heading 2): Outline step-by-step procedures, protocols, or workflows.
  5. Quality Control Measures (Heading 2):
    • Reliability and Validity Checks (Heading 3): Explain measures for ensuring accuracy and reliability in the technical processes.
    • Calibration and Testing Procedures (Heading 3): Detail calibration and testing conducted to ensure functionality.
  6. Data Analysis (Heading 2): Provide an overview of the analytical methods employed, highlighting their significance in interpreting the technical outcomes.
    • Data Preparation (Heading 3)
    • Data Processing (Heading 3): Outline any data processing steps, such as cleaning or transformations.
    • Analytical Techniques (Heading 3): Describe specific techniques used for analyzing technical data, such as computational models, simulations, or statistical tests (e.g., T-tests, ANOVA).

Ethical Approval and Technical Standards Compliance (Heading 2): Discuss any ethical approvals and adherence to relevant technical standards (The submitting manuscript must contain information about the Ethics Committee/IRB approval with reference number and the date of issue.).

RESULTS (Heading 1) (with detailed technical rigor)

  1. Technical Characteristics of the Tool/Process (Heading 2): Describe the tool or process's main technical features, specifications, or performance metrics.
  2. Major Technical Outcomes (Heading 2):
    • Report findings or performance metrics with technical rigor, such as efficiency rates, error margins, or computational precision.
    • Where applicable, include confidence intervals, p-values, or any relevant statistical tests to support findings.
  3. Objective-Specific Results (Heading 2):
    • Provide detailed results specific to each objective of the technical work.

Tables: Use to present specifications, performance metrics, or data comparisons.
Figures: Include diagrams, flowcharts, or schematics illustrating technical components or workflows (No limit to number of tables or figures).

DISCUSSION (Heading 1) (Minimum 700 words)

  1. Interpretation of Technical Outcomes (Heading 2): Discuss outcomes in the context of the technical objectives and compare with similar technologies or solutions.
  2. Advantages and Limitations of the Approach (Heading 2): Highlight benefits, constraints, and limitations of the technology or process.

FUTURE TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT IMPLICATIONS (Heading 1) (200 words)

Discuss potential directions for future technical development or improvements based on the findings.

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS (Heading 1) (400 words)

Summarize the main conclusions and provide recommendations for the application or adoption of the technical solution.

SUPPORTING INFORMATION (Heading 1)

  • File 1: Technical specifications document.
  • File 2: Testing or calibration data.
  • File 3: Additional supporting materials.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS (Heading 1)

AUTHOR CONTRIBUTIONS (Heading 1)

  • Conceptualization
  • Technical Design
  • Data Collection
  • Formal Analysis
  • Funding Acquisition
  • Implementation
  • Methodology
  • Project Administration
  • Resources
  • Software Development
  • Supervision
  • Validation
  • Visualization
  • Writing – Original Draft Preparation
  • Writing – Review & Editing

KEY POINTS FOR LITERATURE (Heading 1)

  1. What This Technical Paper Adds to Current Literature: Four bullet points summarizing contributions.
  2. What Is Already Known: Four bullet points summarizing existing knowledge on the technology or topic.

REFERENCES (Heading 1)

Use Vancouver style referencing.

 

 

 

Journal of Women and Child Health (JoWaCH) Policy Paper Manuscript Template

TITLE PAGE

  • Title of Manuscript
  • Names of Authors: Maximum 6 authors, including affiliations, degrees, email addresses, and ORCID IDs (ORCID IDs of every author is a MUST requirement).
  • Running Title: Maximum 75 characters.

ABSTRACT (Heading 1) (Structured, maximum 250 words)

Background (Heading 2): Briefly outline the policy issue and its importance.
Policy Context and Objective (Heading 2): Describe the context, target population, and the specific objectives of the policy paper.
Key Recommendations (Heading 2): Highlight main policy recommendations.
Conclusions (Heading 2): Summarize the anticipated impact or implications of the recommendations.
Keywords (Heading 2): Maximum of 6 relevant keywords.

SUMMARY OF THE POLICY ISSUE IN LAYMAN ENGLISH (Heading 1)

Provide a lay summary of the policy issue, objectives, and key recommendations (maximum 250 words).

INTRODUCTION (Heading 1) (Minimum 600 words)

Background (Heading 2): Overview of the policy issue, including current status and any existing policies or frameworks.
Policy Rationale (Heading 2): Justification for the policy proposal, including evidence of need and gaps in current policies.
Objectives of the Policy Paper (Heading 2): Clearly state the main objectives or goals of the policy recommendations.

POLICY CONTEXT AND ANALYSIS (Heading 1)

  1. Current Policy Landscape (Heading 2): Describe existing policies, programs, or regulations relevant to the issue.
  2. Stakeholder Analysis (Heading 2): Identify and describe key stakeholders involved or affected by the policy issue, including their interests, influence, and roles.
  3. Problem Analysis (Heading 2):
    • Root Causes (Heading 3): Identify underlying causes of the issue.
    • Consequences (Heading 3): Describe the potential health, social, and economic consequences if the issue is left unaddressed.
  4. Evidence Base for Policy (Heading 2): Summarize key evidence and data that inform the policy recommendations.
  5. Comparative Analysis (Heading 2):
    • Compare similar policies or interventions in other settings or countries, noting successes, challenges, and best practices.

Ethical and Social Considerations (Heading 2): Discuss any ethical implications, social justice issues, and potential equity impacts of the policy recommendations (The submitting manuscript must contain information about the Ethics Committee/IRB approval with reference number and the date of issue.).

POLICY OPTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS (Heading 1)

  1. Proposed Policy Options (Heading 2):
    • Option 1 (Heading 3): Describe the first recommended option, including its goals, approach, and target audience.
    • Option 2 (Heading 3): Describe any alternative or secondary options for addressing the issue.
  2. Evaluation of Options (Heading 2): Discuss the advantages, disadvantages, feasibility, and potential impact of each option.
  3. Preferred Policy Recommendation (Heading 2): Identify the preferred option and explain why it is recommended over others.

Implementation Strategy (Heading 2): Provide a practical plan for implementing the recommended policy, including timelines, required resources, and potential challenges.

ANTICIPATED OUTCOMES AND IMPACT ASSESSMENT (Heading 1)

  1. Expected Health Outcomes (Heading 2): Outline anticipated health impacts and improvements in women and child health resulting from the policy.
  2. Economic and Social Impact (Heading 2): Discuss any expected economic benefits, social improvements, or cost-effectiveness.
  3. Monitoring and Evaluation Plan (Heading 2): Describe a plan for evaluating the policy’s effectiveness, including key performance indicators, data collection methods, and reporting intervals.

Tables and Figures

  • Tables: Use to summarize policy options, stakeholder roles, or cost-benefit analyses.
  • Figures: Include any relevant diagrams or flowcharts to illustrate policy frameworks or implementation pathways (No limit to the number of tables or figures).

DISCUSSION (Heading 1) (Minimum 700 words)

  1. Comparison with Existing Policies (Heading 2): Compare the proposed policy with current policies or frameworks addressing similar issues.
  2. Potential Barriers to Implementation (Heading 2): Identify potential obstacles to implementing the recommended policy and strategies to address them.
  3. Policy Strengths and Limitations (Heading 2): Discuss the strengths and limitations of the proposed policy recommendations.

FUTURE POLICY AND RESEARCH IMPLICATIONS (Heading 1) (200 words)

Discuss implications for future policy development, research needs, or any areas for improvement based on the findings.

CONCLUSION AND KEY RECOMMENDATIONS (Heading 1) (400 words)

Summarize the main conclusions and provide actionable recommendations to policymakers and stakeholders.

SUPPORTING INFORMATION (Heading 1)

  • File 1: Supplementary policy documents or background information.
  • File 2: Data tables or statistics supporting the policy analysis.
  • File 3: Any additional supporting materials.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS (Heading 1)

AUTHOR CONTRIBUTIONS (Heading 1)

  • Conceptualization
  • Policy Analysis
  • Data Collection
  • Formal Analysis
  • Funding Acquisition
  • Implementation Planning
  • Methodology
  • Project Administration
  • Resources
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Supervision
  • Validation
  • Visualization
  • Writing – Original Draft Preparation
  • Writing – Review & Editing

KEY POINTS FOR LITERATURE (Heading 1)

  1. What This Policy Paper Adds to Current Literature: Four bullet points summarizing contributions.
  2. What Is Already Known: Four bullet points summarizing existing knowledge on the policy issue.

REFERENCES (Heading 1)

Use Vancouver style referencing.

 

 

 

Journal of Women and Child Health (JoWaCH) Historical Note Manuscript Template

TITLE PAGE

  • Title of Manuscript
  • Names of Authors: Maximum 6 authors, including affiliations, degrees, email addresses, and ORCID IDs (ORCID IDs of every author is a MUST requirement).
  • Running Title: Maximum 75 characters.

ABSTRACT (Heading 1) (Structured, maximum 250 words)

Background (Heading 2): Brief context of the historical issue or topic.
Objective (Heading 2): Aim of the historical note, including the specific aspects of history explored.
Key Historical Insights (Heading 2): Summarize key historical findings or narratives.
Conclusions (Heading 2): Reflections on the significance of this historical account for current women and child health issues.
Keywords (Heading 2): Maximum of 6 relevant keywords.

SUMMARY OF THE HISTORICAL NOTE IN LAYMAN ENGLISH (Heading 1)

Provide a lay summary of the historical note, explaining its relevance to general readers (maximum 250 words).

INTRODUCTION (Heading 1) (Minimum 600 words)

Historical Background (Heading 2): Provide an overview of the historical period or events being discussed, contextualizing it within women and child health.
Significance of the Historical Analysis (Heading 2): Explain why this historical analysis is relevant to contemporary health issues or policy.
Objectives of the Historical Note (Heading 2): Clearly state the goals of the manuscript and the historical questions it aims to address.

METHODS (Heading 1) (if applicable)

Historical Research Approach (Heading 2): Describe the research methodology for historical analysis, including primary and secondary sources.
Data Sources (Heading 2): Outline the historical records, documents, literature, or artifacts used to gather data.
Data Verification and Interpretation (Heading 2): Explain any strategies used to verify and interpret historical sources, including analysis of biases in historical records.

Ethical Considerations (Heading 2): If applicable, discuss any ethical considerations specific to the use of historical records, such as culturally sensitive information or archival permissions (The submitting manuscript must contain information about the Ethics Committee/IRB approval with reference number and the date of issue.).

HISTORICAL NARRATIVE AND ANALYSIS (Heading 1)

  1. Key Historical Events or Developments (Heading 2): Describe the significant events, policies, or figures related to the topic.
  2. Contextual Analysis (Heading 2):
    • Social and Political Context (Heading 3): Discuss the social, political, and cultural environment relevant to the historical topic.
    • Healthcare Practices and Beliefs (Heading 3): Outline the prevailing healthcare practices, beliefs, or policies of the time.
  3. Implications for Women and Child Health (Heading 2): Analyze how the historical topic influenced, or was influenced by, women and child health practices or policies.

Supporting Evidence (Heading 2):
Use citations from primary or secondary sources to support claims and provide credibility to the historical narrative.

DISCUSSION (Heading 1) (Minimum 700 words)

  1. Interpretation of Key Historical Insights (Heading 2): Discuss the main historical findings in relation to their impact on women and child health.
  2. Relevance to Modern Health Practices or Policies (Heading 2): Reflect on how the historical narrative contributes to understanding or shaping current health practices or policies.
  3. Limitations of Historical Analysis (Heading 2): Discuss any limitations due to historical biases, gaps in documentation, or challenges in interpreting historical data.

FUTURE RESEARCH IMPLICATIONS (Heading 1) (200 words)

Discuss areas for further historical or contemporary research that stem from this analysis.

CONCLUSION (Heading 1) (400 words)

Summarize the main conclusions of the historical analysis, including its significance for women and child health.

SUPPORTING INFORMATION (Heading 1)

  • File 1: Scans or transcriptions of primary sources (if applicable).
  • File 2: Additional historical documents or references.
  • File 3: Supplementary material such as maps, timelines, or genealogical information (if relevant).

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS (Heading 1)

AUTHOR CONTRIBUTIONS (Heading 1)

  • Conceptualization
  • Data Collection and Archival Research
  • Formal Analysis
  • Funding Acquisition
  • Interpretation of Sources
  • Project Administration
  • Resources
  • Supervision
  • Validation
  • Visualization
  • Writing – Original Draft Preparation
  • Writing – Review & Editing

KEY POINTS FOR LITERATURE (Heading 1)

  1. What This Historical Note Adds to Current Literature: Four bullet points summarizing contributions.
  2. What Is Already Known: Four bullet points summarizing existing knowledge on the topic or issue.

REFERENCES (Heading 1)

Use Vancouver style referencing.

 

 

 

Journal of Women and Child Health (JoWaCH) Field/Practice-Based Article Manuscript Template

TITLE PAGE

  • Title of Manuscript
  • Names of Authors: Maximum 6 authors, including affiliations, degrees, email addresses, and ORCID IDs (ORCID IDs of every author is a MUST requirement).
  • Running Title: Maximum 75 characters.

ABSTRACT (Heading 1) (Structured, maximum 250 words)

Background (Heading 2): Briefly outline the field issue or practice addressed and its significance.
Implementation/Practice Approach (Heading 2): Summary of field methods, interventions, or approaches used.
Outcomes (Heading 2): Key outcomes observed or reported during field implementation.
Conclusions (Heading 2): Summary of practical implications or lessons learned.
Keywords (Heading 2): Maximum of 6 relevant keywords.

SUMMARY OF THE ARTICLE IN LAYMAN ENGLISH (Heading 1)

Provide a lay summary of the field/practice-based article, explaining its significance in practical terms for general readers (maximum 250 words).

INTRODUCTION (Heading 1) (Minimum 600 words)

Background (Heading 2): Context and background of the field or practice area addressed, including relevant literature and field challenges.
Rationale of the Field-Based Study (Heading 2): Explain why this practical or field-based approach was taken and any gaps it aims to address.
Objectives of the Field-Based Study (Heading 2): Clearly state the main goals or objectives of the field-based work.

MATERIALS AND METHODS (Heading 1)

  1. Field Setting and Implementation Context (Heading 2): Describe the specific field setting, such as community, healthcare facility, or specific demographic.
  2. Target Population (Heading 2): Define the population involved in the field study or practice, including any selection criteria.
  3. Intervention/Practice Description (Heading 2): Provide a detailed description of the intervention or practice applied, including any specific procedures, tools, or strategies.
  4. Field Methodology (Heading 2):
    • Data Collection Approach (Heading 3): Describe the data collection methods used, such as surveys, field observations, or qualitative interviews.
    • Data Collection Tools (Heading 3): List and explain the tools or instruments used, including any custom-developed tools.
  5. Quality Control Measures (Heading 2):
    • Monitoring and Evaluation (Heading 3): Describe any processes used to ensure quality and consistency throughout the field-based practice.
    • Adaptations to Field Challenges (Heading 3): Explain any adjustments made to address unforeseen field-based challenges.
  6. Data Analysis (Heading 2):
    • Provide an overview of the analysis methods employed, focusing on how they help interpret field data and insights.

Ethical Approval and Field Considerations (Heading 2): Discuss any ethical approvals obtained, including considerations for community engagement and culturally sensitive practices (The submitting manuscript must contain information about the Ethics Committee/IRB approval with reference number and the date of issue.).

RESULTS (Heading 1) (with field-specific insights)

  1. Demographic Characteristics of the Participants (Heading 2): Describe the characteristics of participants or community members involved in the field study.
  2. Key Observations and Field Outcomes (Heading 2):
    • Report main findings with practical implications, such as program reach, effectiveness, or community engagement levels.
  3. Objective-Specific Findings (Heading 2):
    • Provide in-depth analysis of findings aligned with each field-based objective.

Tables and Figures

  • Tables: Use to summarize demographic characteristics, field outcomes, or intervention details.
  • Figures: Include relevant visual representations, such as charts showing program reach, maps of field sites, or process flow diagrams (No limit to the number of tables or figures).

DISCUSSION (Heading 1) (Minimum 700 words)

  1. Interpretation of Field-Based Outcomes (Heading 2): Discuss outcomes in relation to the original objectives, and compare with other field-based studies where applicable.
  2. Challenges Encountered and Solutions (Heading 2): Describe key challenges faced during field implementation and any solutions developed.
  3. Practical Implications and Lessons Learned (Heading 2): Highlight practical takeaways and recommendations for practitioners working in similar settings.

Study Strengths and Limitations (Heading 2): Discuss strengths, such as field applicability, and limitations due to site-specific conditions, generalizability, or field constraints.

FUTURE PRACTICE AND RESEARCH IMPLICATIONS (Heading 1) (200 words)

Discuss recommendations for future practice in the field and areas for additional research that may build upon these field-based findings.

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS (Heading 1) (400 words)

Summarize the main conclusions, including specific recommendations for field practitioners or policymakers based on the findings.

SUPPORTING INFORMATION (Heading 1)

  • File 1: Field data collection tools (e.g., survey forms, interview guides).
  • File 2: Visual documentation from the field (e.g., images, videos if applicable).
  • File 3: Additional supporting documents or materials, such as community outreach materials or consent forms.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS (Heading 1)

AUTHOR CONTRIBUTIONS (Heading 1)

  • Conceptualization
  • Fieldwork and Data Collection
  • Formal Analysis
  • Funding Acquisition
  • Project Administration
  • Resource Coordination
  • Community Engagement
  • Supervision
  • Validation
  • Visualization
  • Writing – Original Draft Preparation
  • Writing – Review & Editing

KEY POINTS FOR LITERATURE (Heading 1)

  1. What This Field-Based Article Adds to Current Literature: Four bullet points summarizing the practical contributions.
  2. What Is Already Known: Four bullet points summarizing existing knowledge on the practice area or issue.

REFERENCES (Heading 1)

Use Vancouver style referencing.

This template for field/practice-based articles includes sections specific to field studies, such as Field Setting and Implementation Context, Field Methodology, and Challenges Encountered and Solutions, to ensure comprehensive reporting and practical insights. Let me know if further customization is needed!

 

 

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