https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ijphs/issue/feedInternational Journal of Public Health and Health Sciences2026-05-22T12:29:41+07:00Assist.Prof. Phayong Thepaksorn, Ph.D.ijphs@scphtrang.ac.thOpen Journal Systems<p>Aims and Scope of IJPHS</p> <p>The International Journal of Public Health and Health Sciences (IJPHS) aims to publish original research (quantitative research, qualitative research, systematic reviews, and meta-analysis), special article (commission article and an editorial), letter to editor, educational academic and contributions relevant to health professions and medical sciences. IJPHS is published by the Praboromajchanok Institute (PBRI), Thailand Ministry of Public Health. It is a non-profit, peer-reviewed, open-access, free of charge, fast review process, international, scientific journal that publishes articles in areas of health sciences disciplines. 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Those manuscripts submitted as research articles and found suitable for further consideration, will be subject to peer review by at least two independent expert referees. All peer review is open and submission is online via <a href="https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ijphs/index">https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ijphs/index</a> Three issues will be published annually: January - April, May - August, and September - December. </p> <p>Articles published in IJPHS are included in article alerts and regular email updates. Some may be highlighted on IJPHS the IJPHS homepage. In addition, articles published in IJPHS may be promoted by press releases to the general or scientific press. These activities increase the exposure and number of accesses for articles published in IJPHS.</p>https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ijphs/article/view/276454Bridging Traditions and Modernity for Maternal and Newborn Health: A Qualitative Study of Community Health Workers’ Perspectives on Traditional Postpartum Observation, Mae Hong Son, Thailand2025-02-14T14:42:06+07:00Pattaratorn Chantarawakinnutnichakumpala@gmail.comPitchaporn Satarakpitchaporn@bnc.ac.thNutnicha Kumpalanutnichakumpala@gmail.comPrissana Nuanbooruangprissana_nau@g.cmru.ac.thAnchalee Kongaianchalee_kon@g.cmru.ac.thThaworn Lorgapitchaporn@bnc.ac.thPanpimol SukwongPanpimol_suk@g.cmru.ac.thOnsiri Kasamutonzy.kasa@gmail.com<p><strong>Background: </strong>Postpartum care is deeply embedded in cultural traditions, particularly in multi-ethnic communities like Mae Hong Son, Thailand, where traditional practices coexist with modern healthcare. Understanding the perspectives of community health practitioners (CHPs) and village health volunteers (VHVs) is crucial for integrating traditional and modern postpartum care to improve maternal and neonatal health outcomes.</p> <p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study aimed to explore traditional postpartum observation practices from the perspectives of CHPs and VHVs in Mae Hong Son.</p> <p><strong>Methods: </strong>A qualitative study used three focus group discussions with 15 VHVs and semi-structured in-depth interviews with six CHPs. The data were analyzed thematically, with findings organized into key themes and sub-themes.</p> <p><strong>Results: </strong>Seven major themes emerged: (1) Acceptability of traditional and modern postpartum practices, showing generational and professional differences in attitudes; (2) Compatibility between traditional and modern postpartum care, identifying areas of alignment, complementarity, and conflict; (3) Towards common goals of safety, success, and satisfaction; (4) Phases of traditional postpartum observation, detailing rigour, relaxation, re-introduction, and resumption; (5) Benefits and risks of traditional and modern postpartum care, evaluated through traditions, personal experiences, and scientific evidence; (6) Family influence and support, highlighting the pivotal roles of family members, focusing on culturally sensitive approaches to align the two systems, and (7) Strategies for traditional and modern integration.</p> <p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The study underscores the importance of culturally sensitive, family-centered, and hybrid postpartum care models that integrate beneficial traditional practices with modern evidence-based interventions. Future research should evaluate the long-term impacts of integrated postpartum care on maternal and neonatal health while exploring family dynamics and generational shifts in care practices.</p>2026-07-23T00:00:00+07:00Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Public Health and Health Sciences