《公共卫生杂志》侧重于当前整个公共卫生领域的理论和实践。我们的目标是通过出版高科学质量的可读论文，促进高标准的公共卫生实践。该杂志深入研究了疾病的原因，并在此基础上，探讨了如何预防疾病和促进健康。疾病趋势以及环境危害的暴发也受到监测。该杂志还包括卫生服务的规划、提供和评价。
The Journal of Public Health focuses on current theory and practice within the whole spectrum of public health. We aim to promote high standards of public health practice by publishing readable papers of high scientific quality. The journal looks in depth at the causes of disease and, in the light of this, how to prevent ill-health and promote good health. Disease trends are also monitored, as are outbreaks of environmental hazards. The journal also covers planning, provision and evaluation of health services.