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Journal Profile
- Full Title: Preventive Care in Nursing and Midwifery Journal
- Title Abbreviation: Prev Care Nurs Midwifery J (PCNM)
- Owner & Publisher: Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran
- Publisher Website: ZUMS Press
- e-ISSN: 2588-445X
- p-ISSN: 2588-4441
- DOI Prefix: 10.52547/pcnm
- Frequency: Quarterly (4 issues per year)
- Access Model: Gold Open Access
- Language: English
- Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Nasrin Hanifi
- Managing Editor: Dr. Seyede Fatemeh Gheiasi
- Start Year: 2011 (as Nursing & Midwifery Care Journal)
- English First Issue: 2016
- Publication Type: Peer-Reviewed, Periodical
- Peer-Review Policy: Double-Blind
- Primary Website: https://nmcjournal.zums.ac.ir
- Contact Email: pcnm
zums.ac.ir
The Preventive Care in Nursing and Midwifery Journal (PCNM) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to the advancement of knowledge in health promotion, disease prevention, and population health outcomes through nursing and midwifery interventions. Our mission is to bridge the gap between research, education, and clinical practice by disseminating high-quality, evidence-based research to a global audience.
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Sources of Support
PCNM is fully supported by Zanjan University of Medical Sciences. The university provides comprehensive support, including:
- Academic oversight and quality assurance.
- Technical infrastructure for digital publishing and online submission.
- Administrative and operational resources.
This institutional backing ensures the journal's sustainability, integrity, and continued growth as a premier resource in its field.
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Editorial Leadership
- Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Nasrin Hanifi
- Managing Editor: Dr. Seyede Fatemeh Gheiasi
- Production & Layout: Soheila Eskandari
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Scientific Authorization
The journal is officially licensed by the Iranian Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance (License No.: 19/19494, issued 2012/09/30).
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Journal History & Evolution
PCNM has undergone a significant evolution to meet the highest international standards of scholarly publishing:
Period |
Journal Title |
Frequency |
Language |
Key Milestones |
2011-2012 |
Nursing & Midwifery Care Journal |
Biannual |
Bilingual |
Launched with initial issues. |
2013 |
Nursing & Midwifery Care Journal |
Biannual |
Bilingual |
Adopted its first ISSN. |
2013-2015 |
Preventive Care in Nursing & Midwifery Journal |
Biannual |
Bilingual |
Rebranded to focus on preventive care. |
2016 |
Preventive Care in Nursing & Midwifery Journal |
Quarterly |
Bilingual |
Increased publication frequency. |
2016-2021 |
Preventive Care in Nursing & Midwifery Journal |
Quarterly |
English |
Transitioned to full English to enhance global reach. Adopted new ISSNs. |
2021-Present |
Preventive Care in Nursing and Midwifery Journal |
Quarterly |
English |
Officially became an online-only, open-access journal. |
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