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Research Directs in Health Sciences (ISSN: 2768-492X) is an open access, peer-reviewed journal. The journal encourages authors to submit research in the health sciences, epidemiology, physical activity, health disparities and other health-related lines of inquiry.


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Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024)

Research Directs in Health Sciences is an open access, double peer-reviewed, internationally published journal, indexed on Google Scholar to track citations, h-index and i10-index for impact. The journal is a Crossref member for digital object identifier (DOI) number assignment and citation tracking.

Research Directs: Publishes manuscripts as they are accepted. Published works are dated by year, volume (issue): manuscript number and DOI number.  Example: 2024, Volume 4 (Issue 1): 3, DOI#.

Publication Timeline: From submission to publication, manuscripts in RDHS take on average less than 35-45 days. Timelines may vary based on reviewer promptness and the time needed for authors to address revisions. 

Articles

Fluctuations in Physical Activity over the Course of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Jessica Smith-Ricketts, Gretchen E. Elsey, David Kohan, Andrew Lepp, Jacob E. Barkley
Abstract 0 | PDF Downloads 0

The Association of Hip Strength and Range of Motion with Hip and Groin Pain in Collegiate Ice Hockey Players

William Suits, Stacie Fruth, Paul Whitehead, Kieran Fogarty
Abstract 29 | PDF Downloads 11

A Preliminary Investigation of Turkesterone: It’s Not Deca

Jose Antonio, Tobin Silver, Ava Lukowiak , Lia Jiannine
Abstract 2252 | PDF Downloads 466

Training, Nutrition, and Sports Supplement Strategies of an Elite Female Masters Cyclist: A Case Study

Jose Antonio, Jose Rojas, Jason Curtis, Cassandra Evans, Flavia Pereira
Abstract 172 | PDF Downloads 143

Risk of Disordered Eating, Exercise Dependence, Body Dissatisfaction, and Fueling Habits in Masters Trail Runners

Alyssum M. Reno-Smith, Dr. Kelly L. Pritchett, Keely A. Henninger
Abstract 256 | PDF Downloads 248

Impact of Firefighting Equipment on Aerobic Performance in the Forestry Step Test in New Firefighter Cadets: A Pilot Study

Ryan Conners, Robert Cochrum, Cristina Northcutt, Haley Radden, Dakota Powell, MaryAnn Wiethop
Abstract 139 | PDF Downloads 103

Qualitative Description of the Exertional Symptoms of Participants with Persistent Symptoms of Lyme Disease during a Low Intensity Resistance Training Intervention

Charlie McMillin, PhD, Dr. Bridget Melton, CSCS*D, TSAC-F*D, EP-C, Nicholas Murray, PhD, Chris D'Adamo, PhD
Abstract 162 | PDF Downloads 69

Health Science Approaches for Fall and Injury Prevention

Sara Harper
Abstract 113 | PDF Downloads 55
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Scientific Impact

The aim of Research Directs in Health Sciences is to publish, concise research in the health sciences to advance health and wellbeing in society. While not required, the journal encourages authors to submit "Direct Original Research," which is a compact version of an original research manuscript.