Editorial Standards

Sources

We build our articles on public health information from government agencies, professional medical societies and peer-reviewed research. Where experts disagree, or where recommendations have changed over time, we say so instead of picking the most dramatic answer.

Plain language, no promises

We explain medical ideas in everyday words. We do not promise cures, quick results or outcomes for any individual reader, and we avoid headlines that frighten people into clicking.

When to see a doctor

Health articles on this site point out the warning signs that need prompt medical attention. When a symptom could have more than one cause, we encourage readers to get it checked rather than guess.

Independence

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Updates and corrections

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