ABOUT THE JOURNAL
Health SA Gesondheid - Journal of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences is an open access, peer-reviewed interdisciplinary and interprofessional scholarly journal that aims to promote communication, collaboration and teamwork between professions and disciplines within the health sciences to address problems that cross and affect disciplinary boundaries. View our Editorial Team.

 

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 LATEST ARTICLES

Original Research

 
From external rewards to intrinsic drive: A self-determination theory analysis of paramedic motivations for postgraduate education  
Naseef Abdullah, Patricia McInerney, Simpiwe Sobuwa
03 February 2026

Review Article

 
Critical assessment of health financing indicators and expenditure in South Africa  
Njabulo I. Mkhize
27 January 2026

Original Research

 
Integration of palliative care into South Africa’s health system: A before and after implementation study  
Juanita O. Arendse, Virginia Zweigenthal, Liz Gwyther
27 January 2026

Original Research

 
A qualitative exploration of psychosocial determinants influencing viral load suppression among adolescents living with HIV: Application of social action theory  
Mathepe J. Thosago, Mygirl P. Lowane
26 January 2026

Original Research

 
Prescribers’ experiences regarding deprescribing of polypharmacy at selected district hospitals in Gauteng province, South Africa  
Thabiso R. Phoka, Sisinyana H. Khunou
22 January 2026

Original Research

 
Midwives’ cardiotocograph interpretation and documentation knowledge in a selected Gauteng hospital  
Sifiso Dlamini, Kagiso P. Tukisi, Roinah Ngunyulu
21 January 2026

Original Research

 
Radiographers’ self-perceived knowledge regarding infection control in the Free State province during the COVID-19 pandemic  
Ida-Keshia Sebelego, Je'nine Horn-Lodewyk
14 January 2026

Original Research

 
Understanding adolescent substance abuse in a Northern Cape township: Educators’ experiences and perceptions  
Keikeditse E. Mohomane, Lizeka Napoles, Sanele Ngcobo, Nothando A.N. Mbatha
13 January 2026

Original Research

 
Climate change and eye health: Awareness of health sciences students at a South African University  
Hlabje C. Masemola, Lara Bakker, Chizelle Spies, Waitse Mmono, Carlynne Christians, Chanelle Meintjes, Omololu Aluko
13 January 2026

Original Research

 
Nurse educators’ experiences implementing work-integrated learning in the R171 nursing program at a college  
Moloko J. Moremi, Molatelo M. Rasweswe, Tintswalo V. Nesengani, Modiehi H. Legodi
19 December 2025
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 ANNOUNCEMENTS

 Notification: 'Health SA Gesondheid - Journal of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences’ announces its new editorial leadership

 
We want to thank Agnes Makhene for her hard work and dedication in making a notable impact on the success of this scholarly publication. Congratulations to Zelda Janse van Rensburg on assuming the position of Editor-in-Chief. We look forward to her support and expert advice. To view the updated editorial board, please follow this link: Editorial Board  
Posted: 2026-01-09

Website Update: AOSIS Transitioning to CRediT Authorship Taxonomy

 

Starting in November 2025, AOSIS will begin using CRediT (Contributor Roles Taxonomy) authorship contribution statements for all new submissions and acceptances. Published articles reflecting CRediT statements will appear from 2026. Guidance is available under the Author Guidelines: Formatting Requirements, and all contributions should be disclosed in the Authorship, Disclosure Statements, Copyright, and License Agreement Form (Cover Letter) at submission or the Authorship Change Request Form. Following these guidelines ensures transparency, accountability, and integrity in the publication process.

 
Posted: 2025-11-05

Website Update: AI in Research: Transparency and Compliance Reminder

 
In 2025, the inclusion of AI policies became compulsory for all SciELO SA journals. Authors using AI-assisted technology must disclose their use in manuscripts to ensure transparency, accuracy, and trust. Guidance is available in the Plagiarism, Fabrication and Artificial Intelligence Policy page and the Submission Guidelines under 'AI-assisted technologies' in the formatting requirements. Not sure if this journal is indexed in SciELO SA? Please check our Indexing Services page.  
Posted: 2025-10-06
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