Skip to content
Health Section

Health Section

This section is published under the scientific editorship of the Faculty of Health at University of Vlora.

Description

The Health Section is dedicated to publishing research in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, public health, and allied health sciences. It emphasizes empirical studies, systematic reviews, and applied research that improve clinical practices, public health strategies, and overall health outcomes.

Aim

To promote scientific knowledge and practical solutions in health sciences that advance medical care, strengthen health systems, and improve population well-being.

Goals
  • Disseminate high-quality and evidence-based health research.
  • Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration in health sciences.
  • Support the translation of research into practice and policy.
  • Provide visibility to emerging scholars in health sciences.
  • Foster international collaboration and research exchange.
  • Contribute to improving public health and clinical outcomes.
Research Topics
  • Clinical medicine and diagnostics
  • Nursing science and patient care
  • Pharmacy and pharmacology
  • Public health, epidemiology, and preventive medicine
  • Nutrition, lifestyle, and health promotion
  • Health policy, systems, and management
  • Digital health and medical technologies
  • Mental health and well-being
  • Environmental and occupational health

Articles in Health Section


Friday, Jun 26, 2026
Evidence-Based Practice Competence Questionnaire for Nursing Students: A Validation Study in Albania

Evidence-based practice (EBP) is a key element among nurses to ensure high-quality, advanced care in contemporary healthcare systems. Nur…

Read more
Friday, Jun 26, 2026
Urban-Rural Differences in the Management of Arterial Hypertension in Primary Health Care: An Observational Study in the Health Centers of Vlora

Hypertension is the main preventable risk factor for cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality worldwide. Factors such as access to…

Read more
Friday, Jun 26, 2026
The Impact of Rheumatoid Arthritis on Functional Ability and Health-Related Quality of Life

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease associated with pain, functional impairment, and reduced quality of life.

Read more
Wednesday, Apr 1, 2026
Professional Relationships Between Nurses and Doctors at Vlora Regional Hospital: A Cross-Sectional Study

The success of the nursing profession as a defining component of high-quality healthcare institutions depends on effective patient care a…

Read more
Wednesday, Apr 1, 2026
Ethical Dilemmas of Nursing Staff in Health Care

The study confirms a strong relationship between ethical decision-making and moral distress in nursing practice. It concludes that while…

Read more
Monday, Dec 1, 2025
The Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases and Obesity

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of global mortality, accounting for approximately 32% of all deaths. Over three-quar…

Read more
Thursday, Oct 16, 2025
Advancing the Assessment and Management of Chronic Non-Oncological Pain: Qualitative Research with Albanian Primary Healthcare Providers

This qualitative descriptive study explored theexperiences, perceptions, and practices of primaryhealthcare providers—nurses and family d…

Read more