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Community Health Nursing and Public Health Approach

A special issue of International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (ISSN 1660-4601). This special issue belongs to the section "Global Health".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2027 | Viewed by 1753

Special Issue Editor

Dr. Pedro Melo

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RISE-Health, Nursing School of Porto, University of Porto, 4200-072 Porto, Portugal
Interests: community health nursing; public health nursing; epidemiology; community-based care; community-based research; community empowerment; nursing diagnoses; nursing interventions; nursing outcomes; nursing education
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue explores the vital intersection between community health nursing and public health strategies and how it aids in promoting population’s well-being.

As global health systems face increasing challenges—ranging from chronic disease burdens to health inequities, emerging infectious threats, and political challenges—community health nurses play a pivotal role in bridging clinical care with public health initiatives. This Special Issue intends to highlight innovative models, evidence-based practices, and interdisciplinary collaborations specially developed and led by nurses to empower communities, increase health promotion environments, promote disease prevention, and make health equity efforts at the community and population level.

The topics of interest include culturally competent care, community-based interventions, health education, policy advocacy, and the integration of social determinants of health into nursing practice.

Emphasis is placed on participatory approaches that engage communities as active partners in health improvement, which also are accepted approaches in community settings, developed by different nurse’s profiles. This Special Issue also addresses innovative nursing education approaches to community and public healthcare.

By showcasing global perspectives and research-driven insights, this Special Issue aims to advance the role of community health nursing within a broader public health framework and other nursing specialties that ultimately contribute to more resilient, equitable, and health-literate communities worldwide.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Pedro Melo
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • community health nursing
  • public health nursing
  • community-based care
  • community-based research
  • community empowerment
  • nursing diagnoses
  • nursing interventions
  • nursing outcomes
  • nursing education

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Exploring Community Roles in Managing Childhood Illnesses in Vhembe District, Limpopo: Perspectives from Nurses and Caregivers
by Livhuwani Tshivhase and Idah Moyo
Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2025, 22(11), 1757; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph22111757 - 20 Nov 2025
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Despite notable progress in reducing childhood morbidity and mortality, achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3 remains a challenge in sub-Saharan Africa, where many children under five die before accessing formal healthcare services. This study explored the roles of the community in the implementation of [...] Read more.
Despite notable progress in reducing childhood morbidity and mortality, achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3 remains a challenge in sub-Saharan Africa, where many children under five die before accessing formal healthcare services. This study explored the roles of the community in the implementation of the Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) programme from the perspectives of caregivers and professional nurses. Using an interpretative phenomenological analysis design, 18 participants were purposively selected from four primary healthcare facilities. Data was collected through audio-recorded interviews, transcribed verbatim and analysed using the IPA framework. The findings underscore the critical role of community health workers (CHWs) within the Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) framework, particularly in health promotion, child assessments and follow-up home visits. Support from early childhood development educators and community leaders further enhances these efforts. Nurses highlighted mobile health teams as vital for delivering integrated services, though challenges such as limited transport and inadequate training hinder CHWs’ effectiveness. Community-based care offers a cost-effective, accessible model in low-resource settings by leveraging local structures. Strengthening the connection between communities and formal health systems is essential. To sustain IMCI, investment in CHW-led initiatives, including training and logistical support, is recommended to improve service delivery and child health outcomes. Full article
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