The Lancet is a highly respected scientific journal that covers all aspects of medicine and health. It is published weekly and has been in continuous publication since 1823. The journal is owned by Elsevier, a large publishing company headquartered in the Netherlands.
The Lancet publishes original research articles, reviews, editorials, and correspondence on all aspects of medicine and health. It has an international scope and is widely read by healthcare professionals around the world.
The journal has a strong focus on evidence-based medicine and aims to promote best practice in clinical care. It also covers public health policy issues and ethical debates in medicine.
The Lancet is a peer-reviewed journal with a high impact factor. In 2018, it was ranked as the second most influential medical journal in the world after the New England Journal of Medicine.