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Healthcare publishes Special Issues to create collections of papers on specific topics, with the aim of building a community of authors and readers to discuss the latest research and develop new ideas and research directions. Special Issues are led by Guest Editors, who are experts on the topic and all Special Issue submissions follow MDPI's standard editorial process. The journal’s Editor-in-Chief and/or designated Editorial Board Member will oversee Guest Editor appointments and Special Issue proposals, checking their content for relevance and ensuring the suitability of the material for the journal. The papers published in a Special Issue will be collected and displayed on a dedicated page of the journal’s website. Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies and Guest Editor responsibilities can be found here. For any inquiries related to a Special Issue, please contact the Editorial Office.

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Psychedelic Therapy in Palliative Care
edited by Alessandro Gonçalves Campolina and Rossana Verónica Mendoza López
submission deadline 4 Jul 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 10066 | Submission Open
Keywords: anxiety; depression; existential distress; demoralization; spiritual suffering; life-threatening disease; palliative care; psychedelics; psychedelic therapy; psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy
The Community-Based Integrated Care System: Healthcare and Nursing Care Challenges submission deadline 9 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 450 | Submission Open
Keywords: community health services; integrated health care systems; mobile health units; artificial intelligence; telemedicine; health information systems; patient-centered care; health services accessibility; health personnel shortage; predictive analytics
Family Sleep: The Role of Culture and Health in Shaping Wellbeing and Healthcare Recommendations
edited by Esther Yuet Ying Lau, and Mustafa Jaafar
submission deadline 10 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1157 | Submission Open
Keywords: family sleep practices; children’s sleep; parenting; cultural context; technology; sleep hygiene; school performance
The Challenge of Superaged Societies: A Call for Multidisciplinary Action
edited by Paulin Tay Straughan, William Tov and Seonghoon Kim
submission deadline 15 Jul 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3281 | Submission Open
Keywords: superaged societies; healthy longevity; health span; health inequalities; burden of care; health care reforms; preventive health care; health care cost
Current Therapeutic Approaches to Addictive Disorders
edited by Linda Haddad
submission deadline 20 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 325 | Submission Open
Keywords: addiction treatment; dependence; withdrawal management; relapse prevention; recovery; rehabilitation and support
(This special issue belongs to the Section Mental Health and Psychosocial Well-being)
Clinical Strategies for Preventing Healthcare-Associated Infections submission deadline 24 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 314 | Submission Open
Keywords: healthcare-associated infections; multidrug resistance; prevention; screening scales; polymicrobial infections; oppor-tunistic infections; sepsis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Clinical Care)
Clinical Approaches to Characterization and Treatment of Cancer-Related Pain and Other Chronic Pain Conditions
edited by Alberto Arribas Romano and Irene de la Rosa Díaz
submission deadline 25 Jul 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2602 | Submission Open
Keywords: chronic pain; cancer-related pain; cancer survivors; non-cancer pain; fatigue; sleep disturbances; functional impairment; physiotherapy; exercise; pain phenotypes; pain education
Promoting Health and Wellbeing in Both Learning and Work Environments
edited by Diego Bellini and
submission deadline 28 Jul 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2648 | Submission Open
Keywords: new technologies; physical and social environment; wellbeing; health; technostress; best practices and strategies; learning and work environments; hybrid model
Advances in Manual Therapy: Diagnostics, Prevention and Treatment submission deadline 29 Jul 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 18650 | Submission Open
Keywords: mobilization; manipulation; injury prevention; outcome measures; assessment; improvement of the musculoskeletal system; monitoring; diagnostics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Clinical Care)
Depression, Anxiety and Emotional Problems Among Healthcare Workers
edited by
submission deadline 30 Jul 2026 | 10 articles | Viewed by 22851 | Submission Open
Keywords: mental health; occupational stress; burnout; resilience; well-being; depression; psychological support; work-life balance; trauma exposure; interventions
(This special issue belongs to the Section Mental Health and Psychosocial Well-being)
Patient-Centered Care for Enhancing Health-Related Quality of Life: Integrating Clinical, Behavioral, and Social Determinants of Health
edited by
submission deadline 30 Jul 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 9258 | Submission Open
Keywords: health-related quality of life; patient-centered care; social determinants of health; multidisciplinary care; healthcare innovation; health outcomes; personalized care
Promoting Health and Well-Being Through Lifestyle and Physical Activity submission deadline 30 Jul 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 4553 | Submission Open
Keywords: health promotion; corporate fitness; well-being and life satisfaction; wellness programs; leisure and recreation; physical activity; quality of life; health risk; sports for all
(This special issue belongs to the Section Public Health and Preventive Medicine)
Advances in Sports Injury Management: Integrating Epidemiology, Prevention, and Therapeutic Innovation
edited by and Rodolfo André Dellagrana
submission deadline 30 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 331 | Submission Open
Keywords: athletic injuries; sports; hamstrings; exercise; prescription
Clinical Insights in Preventive Cardiology
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 260 | Submission Open
Keywords: preventive cardiology; cardiovascular prevention; cardiovascular risk assessment; risk stratification; primary prevention; secondary prevention; exposome; environmental determinants of health; lifestyle modification; digital health; wearable technologies
(This special issue belongs to the Section Public Health and Preventive Medicine)
Future Trends of Physical Activity in Health Promotion submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 10 articles | Viewed by 39284 | Submission Open
Keywords: active living; behavioral change; digital health; disease prevention; future perspectives; well-being strategies; wellness innovation
Healthcare Practice in Community submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 11 articles | Viewed by 35906 | Submission Open
Keywords: healthcare service; community care; nursing; nursing education; older people; health-related quality of life; cardiac care and critical care; home-based care; multdisciplinary healthcare professionals
Research and Survey on the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents: Second Edition submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 10 articles | Viewed by 21420 | Submission Open
Keywords: mental health; children; adolescents; research; survey
(This special issue belongs to the Section Mental Health and Psychosocial Well-being)
Health Services, Health Literacy and Nursing Quality
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 19356 | Submission Open
Keywords: nursing quality improvement; health services management; AI in healthcare; data-driven nursing practices; patient-centered care; healthcare policy and regulation; mental health
(This special issue belongs to the Section Healthcare Quality, Patient Safety, and Self-care Management)
Care and Treatment of Ear, Nose, and Throat
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 7 articles | Viewed by 18414 | Submission Open
Keywords: otolaryngology; ear; nose; throat; head; neck
Innovative Approaches to Chronic Disease Patient Care submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 8 articles | Viewed by 12668 | Submission Open
Keywords: chronicity; innovative strategies; innovative care models; multidisciplinarity
The Relationship Between Physical Activity, Dietary Habits and Health Status
edited by Javier Diaz-Lara and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 8494 | Submission Open
Keywords: dietary habits; energy balance; dietary supplements; physical activity; ergogenic aids; micronutrient intake; performance
Opportunities and Challenges of Oncology Nursing
edited by Maria Kapritsou and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 6828 | Submission Open
Keywords: oncology nursing; challenges; opportunities; cancer clinical trials; biomarkers; patient-centered care; pediatric oncology patients; health monitoring technology; palliative care; perioperative care
Active and Included: People with Disabilities in Sport, Physical Activity and Physical Education submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4112 | Submission Open
Keywords: inclusive physical activity; disability and health; physical education; health promotion; chronic disease prevention; assistive technology; mental well-being; intervention programs; physical fitness; health equity
(This special issue belongs to the Section Public Health and Preventive Medicine)
Artificial Intelligence in Public Health, Healthcare Services, and Management
edited by and Florida Uzoaru
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4057 | Submission Open
Keywords: artificial intelligence (AI); generative AI (GenAI); public health innovation; healthcare management; predictive analytics; health systems optimization; digital health transformation; ethics and AI in healthcare; global health and equity; AI in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)
(This special issue belongs to the Section Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare)
Patient-Centered Care and Well-Being: Health Communication and Patient Engagement
edited by Pavlos Sarafis
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 3262 | Submission Open
Keywords: patient-centered care; health communication; patient engagement; shared decision-making; health literacy; therapeutic alliance; digital health tools; patient empowerment; chronic disease management; narrative medicine; psychosocial well-being; quality of life; interdisciplinary approaches; health equity; culturally sensitive communication
Nutrition in Patient Care: Second Edition submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3232 | Submission Open
Keywords: nutritional support; malnutrition; clinical nutrition; nutritional screening; diet therapy
Oral Health in Healthcare: Second Edition
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1989 | Submission Open
Keywords: oral health; periodontitis; diabetes; cardiovascular disease; disability; drug and alcohol use; interprofessional care; medical education
Spirituality, Stress, and Well-Being of Healthcare Professionals
edited by Wenchi Zou and Po-Chien Chang
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1757 | Submission Open
Keywords: spiritual leadership; workplace spirituality; second victim syndrome; resilience; coping; calling; well-being; mental health; burnout; mistreatment and violence
(This special issue belongs to the Section Mental Health and Psychosocial Well-being)
Rehabilitation Through Physical Activity and Sport for People with Disabilities
edited by J.P. Barfield and Laurie A. Malone
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1432 | Submission Open
Keywords: people with disabilities; sport; physical activity; therapeutic exercise; community health services; exercise therapy; health promotion; pain management; quality of life; rehabilitation
Spiritual Health: A Core Dimension of Holistic Well-Being
edited by and José Miguel Pérez-Jiménez
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1305 | Submission Open
Keywords: spirituality; religiosity; spiritual care; nursing care; health professionals; ethical care
(This special issue belongs to the Section Mental Health and Psychosocial Well-being)
New Perspectives in Palliative Care: Opportunities and Challenges
edited by Marcelle Miranda da Silva and Sônia Silva Marçon
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1163 | Submission Open
Keywords: palliative care; hospice and palliative care nursing; patient education as topic; quality of life; pain management; advance care planning; caregivers; interdisciplinary communication; health policy; culture competency
(This special issue belongs to the Section Palliative Care)
Improving Sexual and Reproductive Health of Women and Gender-Diverse People
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1004 | Submission Open
Keywords: reproductive health; women’s health; gender equity; sex and gender-based analysis; breast health; menopause; perinatal care; gender affirming care; contraception; abortion
Patient-Reported Measures: 2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 967 | Submission Open
Keywords: patient-reported measures; patient-reported experience measures (PREMs); patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs); consumer self-reporting tools/instruments; patient satisfaction; patient perception
Recent Advances in Motor Rehabilitation in Healthcare: Bridging Neuroscience, Technology, and Clinical Practice
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 675 | Submission Open
Keywords: motor rehabilitation; robotics in rehabilitation; wearable sensors; digital health; rehabilitation technology; AI-enhanced assessment tools; tele-rehabilitation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Chronic Care)
Biological vs. Chronological Age: Clinical Implications in Multiple Sclerosis
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 604 | Submission Open
Keywords: multiple sclerosis; aging; biological age; telomere length; epigenetics; epigenetic clock; chronological age
(This special issue belongs to the Section Chronic Care)
Employees’ Well-Being: Effective Measures to Cope with Job Stress and Workplace Bullying: Second Edition submission deadline 1 Aug 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 5157 | Submission Open
Keywords: coping strategies; healthcare professionals; intervention; organizational support; resilience; workplace bullying; work stressors; work environment
Perioperative Medicine and Pain Management submission deadline 1 Aug 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 743 | Submission Open
Keywords: acute pain; regional anesthesia for acute pain; chronic pain; cancer pain; mental health; opioid management; anesthesia; perioperative medicine
(This special issue belongs to the Section Clinical Care)
Constituting Care: Relational Approaches to Health and Communication
edited by
submission deadline 1 Aug 2026 | Viewed by 716 | Submission Open
Keywords: identity; relationships; interpersonal communication; embodiment; family communication; critical health studies; reflexivity; care work; narrative; meaning making in health contexts
Novel Therapeutic Strategy for the Treatment of Cardiac and Cardiovascular Diseases
edited by
submission deadline 1 Aug 2026 | Viewed by 548 | Submission Open
Keywords: cardiovascular diseases; novel therapeutic devices; treatment scheme; healthcare system organization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Chronic Care)
Oral Healthcare: Diagnosis, Prevention and Treatment—2nd Edition submission deadline 2 Aug 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 37539 | Submission Open
Keywords: dental health; oral health; prevention; caries; periodontal disease; orthodontics; pediatric; dentistry; oral medicine; oral surgery; community dentistry; digital dentistry
Advancing Midwifery and Nursing Practice: Equity, Inclusion and Integrated Care
edited by Simona Fumagalli and Laura Iannuzzi
submission deadline 2 Aug 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 1818 | Submission Open
Keywords: health equity; quality of care; vulnerability; global health; midwifery; nursing; health outcomes; education; evidence based practices; determinants of health
(This special issue belongs to the Section Women’s and Children’s Health)
Gynecological Cancer: Screening, Prevention and Treatment submission deadline 3 Aug 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 7748 | Submission Open
Keywords: gynecological cancer prevention; screening programs; HPV vaccination; epidemiology of gynecological tumors; genetic risk factors; public health strategies; healthcare disparities in cancer prevention
Promoting Wellness and Excellence in Health Education for Medical Students and Healthcare Professionals
edited by Marie Leiner and Francesco Chiarelli
submission deadline 5 Aug 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2169 | Submission Open
Keywords: wellness practices; holistic wellness; health education; medical students; healthcare professionals; emotional intelligence; stress management; mindfulness; meditation; innovative teaching methods; blended learning; case-based learning; team-based learning; gamification
Digital Health Literacy and Person-Centred Care: Innovations for Chronic Disease Management submission deadline 5 Aug 2026 | Viewed by 541 | Submission Open
Keywords: chronic disease; digital inclusion; disease management; eHealth strategies; empowerment; health education; health literacy; nursing; patient participation; person-centered care; telemedicine
Promoting Preventive Care and Health Promotion in Primary Care submission deadline 8 Aug 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 1896 | Submission Open
Keywords: preventive medicine; primary care; health promotion; healthcare; prevention; health inequalities; health interventions; behaviors; chronic diseases; non-communicable diseases
(This special issue belongs to the Section Public Health and Preventive Medicine)
Advancing Physical Activity and Well-Being in Children and Adolescents submission deadline 10 Aug 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 5729 | Submission Open
Keywords: motor activity; exercise therapy; sedentary behavior; physical fitness; health promotion; child; adolescent; mental health
COPD Horizons: Prevention, Phenotype and Precision Medicine submission deadline 10 Aug 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 901 | Submission Open
Keywords: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; mortality; risk prediction; comorbidity; primary health care; phenotypes; real-world evidence; prognosis; health records; electronic
(This special issue belongs to the Section Chronic Care)
Nutrition Intervention in HIV Patients
edited by
submission deadline 10 Aug 2026 | Viewed by 639 | Submission Open
Keywords: food; nutrition; healthcare; behavior; communication; interventions; risks
Interventions, Experiences, and Outcomes in Home and Community-Based Care
edited by Tracey Anne Lapierre and Carrie Wendel
submission deadline 10 Aug 2026 | Viewed by 361 | Submission Open
Keywords: home care; community care; care coordination; workforce development; caregiving; implementation research; evaluation research; care integration; outcomes assessment; lived experience
Development of Socio-Emotional Skills and Promoting Psychosocial Well-Being in Educational Settings submission deadline 13 Aug 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2177 | Submission Open
Keywords: bullying; children; physical activity; physical education; adolescents; physical fitness; depression; cognitive
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