--- title: JMIR Publications Blog | JMIR News (4) description: JMIR News | Blog posts, white papers and rich media content dedicated to researchers, authors, librarians, institutions, funders in academic and scholarly publishing (4) --- [![JMIR-Publications\_logo\_2020\_blue](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/00%20Marketing/Logos/JMIR-Publications_logo_2020_blue.png?width=550&height=109&name=JMIR-Publications_logo_2020_blue.png "JMIR-Publications_logo_2020_blue")](http://www.jmirpublications.com) Open main menu Close main menu # JMIR Publications # Newsroom Select Category Aging Artificial Intelligence Digital Psychiatry Early Career Researcher Events Industry News JMIR News Libraries Open Access Peer Review Research News Women in Science Posts about: ## JMIR News (4) ![](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/World%20Health%20Day%20(3).png) [JMIR News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news) ### [Asian/Pacific Island Nursing Journal](https://blog.jmir.org/asian/pacificislandnursingjournal) 5 April 2024 3:36 p.m. As we venture into the month of April, it brings us great joy to share some exciting new updates in the [*Asian/Pacific Island Nursing Journal*](https://apinj.jmir.org/). ![JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/jmir_icon_100px.png?width=45&name=jmir_icon_100px.png) [JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/author/jmir-publications) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/asian/pacificislandnursingjournal) ![](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/World%20Health%20Day%20(1).png) [JMIR News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news) ### [April 7th is World Health Day](https://blog.jmir.org/world-health-day-2024) 5 April 2024 2:07 p.m. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes April 7th as World Health Day. The right to health for millions around the world is under threat which is why this year's theme is "My health, My right." ![JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/jmir_icon_100px.png?width=45&name=jmir_icon_100px.png) [JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/author/jmir-publications) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/world-health-day-2024) ![](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/Childhood%20Cancer%20Day%20(Twitter%20Post)%20(4).png) [JMIR News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news) ### [March 15th Is World Sleep Day](https://blog.jmir.org/world-sleep-day2024) 15 March 2024 6:02 a.m. In observance of Sleep Awareness Week, we acknowledge the pivotal significance of sleep in the realm of medical science and healthcare. Sleep is not merely a state of rest; it is a complex physiological process essential for the restoration and preservation of health. ![JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/jmir_icon_100px.png?width=45&name=jmir_icon_100px.png) [JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/author/jmir-publications) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/world-sleep-day2024) ![](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/Rare%20Disease%20Day-1.png) [JMIR News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news) ### [February 29th Is Rare Disease Day](https://blog.jmir.org/rare-disease-day-2024) 29 February 2024 1:06 p.m. Rare diseases often exist in the shadows of mainstream healthcare, affecting millions worldwide with their unique challenges. At JMIR Publications, we believe in the power of knowledge to illuminate these dark corners and provide hope and support to those affected. Through our commitment to open access publishing, we strive to bring cutting-edge research and insights to the forefront, shedding light on rare diseases and paving the way for improved understanding and treatment.  ![JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/jmir_icon_100px.png?width=45&name=jmir_icon_100px.png) [JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/author/jmir-publications) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/rare-disease-day-2024) ![](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/20240221%20Announcement%20Original%20Image%20-%20Gunther%202024%20(1).jpg) [JMIR News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news) ### [New Video: Celebrating 25 Years: A Q&A With CEO Gunther Eysenbach](https://blog.jmir.org/https/youtu.be/dza0zr5srvufeatureshared) 22 February 2024 8:55 a.m. Join Gunther Eysenbach, the founder, CEO, and executive editor of JMIR Publications, as he reflects on the company's 25th anniversary and its pioneering journey in the scholarly publishing industry.   ![JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/jmir_icon_100px.png?width=45&name=jmir_icon_100px.png) [JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/author/jmir-publications) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/https/youtu.be/dza0zr5srvufeatureshared) ![](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/Childhood%20Cancer%20Day%20(Twitter%20Post)-1.png) [JMIR News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news) ### [Childhood Cancer Day](https://blog.jmir.org/childhood-cancer-day-2024) 15 February 2024 3:16 p.m. Every year, on February 15th, the world comes together to observe International Childhood Cancer Day. This day serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing battle against pediatric cancer and the collective efforts needed to improve outcomes for young patients and their families. As we reflect on the significance of this day, it's crucial to recognize the strides made in cancer research and treatment, particularly through innovative technologies and patient-centered approaches. ![JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/jmir_icon_100px.png?width=45&name=jmir_icon_100px.png) [JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/author/jmir-publications) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/childhood-cancer-day-2024) ![International Women’s Day Webinar ](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/00%20Marketing/Announcement%20Headers/20240305%20IWD%20Webinar%20Header%20Image.jpg) [JMIR News,](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news) [Events,](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/events) [Women in Science](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/women-in-science) ### [JMIR Publications Presents an International Women’s Day Webinar](https://blog.jmir.org/jmir-publications-presents-an-international-womens-day-webinar) 13 February 2024 5:23 p.m. JMIR Publications Presents an International Women’s Day Webinar titled: *Breaking Barriers: Inspiring Inclusion for Women in Medicine and eHealth*. Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking exploration of the achievements and challenges faced by women in medicine and eHealth. ![JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/jmir_icon_100px.png?width=45&name=jmir_icon_100px.png) [JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/author/jmir-publications) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/jmir-publications-presents-an-international-womens-day-webinar) ![](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/00%20Corporate/JMIR%2025%20year%20logo%20for%20PR%20only.png) [JMIR News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news) ### [JMIR Publications Celebrates 25 Years of Digital Health Publishing](https://blog.jmir.org/jmir-publications-celebrates-25-years-of-digital-health-publishing) 22 January 2024 4:14 p.m. **(Toronto, January, 22, 2024)** 2024 will mark the 25th anniversary for JMIR Publications, the leading open access digital health research publisher. Founded in 1999 by Gunther Eysenbach, MD, MPH, FACMI,   chief executive officer and executive editor,  JMIR Publications has grown to now include 35 journals that have published over 52,000 papers that have garnered over 500,000 citations and millions of views from users around the world.   ![JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/jmir_icon_100px.png?width=45&name=jmir_icon_100px.png) [JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/author/jmir-publications) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/jmir-publications-celebrates-25-years-of-digital-health-publishing) [1](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news) [2](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news/page/2) [3](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news/page/3) [4](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news/page/4) © 2026 JMIR Publications