PACIFIC JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (ISSN: 2072 - 1625)

A multidisciplinary journal for publication of medical and biomedical research findings on issues pertinent to improving family health and related issues of public health

Divisions of Basic Medical Sciences and Health Sciences, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Papua New Guinea, P.O. Box 5623, Boroko, NCD, PNG, Tel: + 675 3243811; + 675 76858324

AIMS AND SCOPE: The aim of The Pacific Journal of Medical Sciences is to provide the forum for researchers, medical practitioners and other professionals to record, publish, and share ideas and research findings that serve to enhance the understanding of the aetiology, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, control and management of human disease conditions.

The Pacific Journal of Medical Sciences publishes original scientific research reports, case reports, short communications, letters to the editor and reviews, representing new and significant findings in all areas of medical, biomedical and health sciences (including epidemiology, public and environmental health). Book reviews, scientific news and conference proceedings are published on special request.

VISION: The Pacific Journal of Medical Sciences does not only facilitate the exchange of scientific information within the University academic community, it also familiarizes us with the research areas of our colleagues and peers worldwide. A major mission of this publication, therefore, is to foster the scientific intercourse among scientific researchers in various academic and research institutions in Papua New Guinea, the pacific region and the rest of the world.