The SMJ Announces Call for Papers: 2025 Special Breast Cancer Issue
July 25, 2024 //
The Southern Medical Journal (SMJ) is currently considering submissions for a special issue dedicated to breast cancer that will publish in October 2025.
The SMJ will consider original research, perspectives, and review manuscripts that explore various aspects of this important topic, including detection, therapeutics, survivorship, and the psychosocial impacts of the disease. This special issue aims to highlight advancements and emerging treatments, address healthcare disparities, and promote multidisciplinary collaboration. By focusing on breast cancer, the SMJ strives to foster innovation, improve patient outcomes, and enhance public health awareness.
Topics for Consideration Include:
| · Different Types of Breast Cancer | · Prevention |
| · Screening, Detection, and Testing | · Disparities in Care |
| · Breast Cancer in Men | · Emerging Therapeutic Strategies |
| · Breast Cancer in Young Women | · Management of Side Effects from Therapy |
| · Breast Cancer in Senior Adults | · Metabolic Aspects (Obesity, Diet, and Exercise) |
| · Treatment Options | · Fertility Preservation |
| -- Surgical Treatments | · Pregnancy and Breast Cancer |
| -- Radiation | · Depression and Breast Cancer |
| -- Chemotherapy | · Breast Cancer Survivorship |
| -- Biological Therapies | · Palliation/Supportive Care |
| -- Hormonal Therapies |
Please Note
- Manuscripts should be submitted between now and February 9, 2025 to be considered for the special issue. Submission for the special issue should be indicated in the cover letter.
- All manuscripts will be peer reviewed.
- Please visit www.editorialmanager.com/smj for the complete instructions for authors and to submit your manuscript.
- For any questions about this special issue, please contact SMJ Managing Editor, Jennifer Price at jprice@sma.org.
