Our Editorial Guidelines
These guidelines ensure all content meets the highest standards of accuracy, reliability, and trustworthiness for health and wellness information.
Accuracy First
All medical and health claims must be supported by peer-reviewed research, clinical studies, or authoritative medical organizations.
Expert Review
Content is reviewed by licensed healthcare professionals with relevant expertise in the specific topic area.
Transparency
We clearly identify authors, reviewers, sources, and any potential conflicts of interest for every piece of content.
Regular Updates
Content is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect current medical research and evolving clinical guidelines.
Acceptable Sources
- Peer-reviewed medical journals and research studies
- Government health agencies (CDC, NIH, FDA, WHO)
- Professional medical organizations and societies
- Clinical practice guidelines from recognized medical institutions
- Systematic reviews and meta-analyses
Source Evaluation Criteria
- • Recency: Studies published within the last 5 years preferred
- • Quality: High-quality study design with adequate sample sizes
- • Relevance: Direct applicability to the topic being discussed
- • Authority: Published by reputable institutions or journals
Initial Content Creation
Content is researched and written by qualified health writers with relevant educational backgrounds.
Fact-Checking
All medical claims are verified against primary sources and cross-referenced with multiple authoritative sources.
Expert Medical Review
Licensed healthcare professionals review content for medical accuracy, completeness, and appropriate disclaimers.
Editorial Review
Final editorial review ensures clarity, readability, and adherence to our style guidelines.
Publication & Monitoring
Content is published with clear attribution and monitored for accuracy as new research emerges.
Required Elements
- • Clear author byline with credentials
- • Medical reviewer identification
- • Publication and last updated dates
- • Comprehensive source citations
- • Appropriate medical disclaimers
Quality Standards
- • Balanced, unbiased presentation
- • Clear, accessible language
- • Actionable, practical information
- • Appropriate scope and depth
- • Regular content updates
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