Editorial Policy & Content Standards
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Our Commitment to Quality
At Pure Health Times, we are committed to providing accurate, evidence-based health information that you can trust. Every piece of content we publish undergoes rigorous review by qualified medical professionals to ensure the highest standards of accuracy and reliability.
Content Creation Standards
Who Creates Our Content
- Professional Writers: All content is created by experienced health writers with backgrounds in journalism, public health, or medical writing
- Medical Reviewers: Every article is reviewed by board-certified physicians or licensed healthcare professionals
- Subject Matter Experts: We consult with specialists for technical or specialized topics
Evidence-Based Approach
All health information is based on:
- Peer-reviewed medical journals (JAMA, NEJM, The Lancet, BMJ, etc.)
- Government health agencies (CDC, NIH, FDA, WHO)
- Academic medical centers and teaching hospitals
- Professional medical associations
- Recent clinical trials and research studies
Content Review Process
- Research Phase: Writers research topics using authoritative medical sources
- Initial Draft: Content is written with proper citations and references
- Medical Review: Board-certified physician or licensed healthcare professional reviews for accuracy
- Editorial Review: Editors check for clarity, readability, and completeness
- Fact-Checking: All claims, statistics, and medical information are verified
- Final Approval: Content must pass all review stages before publication
- Ongoing Updates: Articles are regularly reviewed and updated as medical knowledge evolves
Editorial Independence
Our editorial content is completely independent from advertising and commercial interests.
- Advertisers have no influence on our content
- We do not accept payment for positive coverage
- Sponsored content (if any) is clearly labeled
- Medical reviewers have no conflicts of interest with content topics
- Editorial decisions are made solely by our editorial team
Transparency & Citations
Every article includes:
- Author Byline: Name and credentials of the writer
- Medical Reviewer: Name and credentials of the reviewing physician/healthcare professional
- Publication Date: When the article was first published
- Last Reviewed Date: When the content was last medically reviewed
- Sources: Links to studies, research, and authoritative sources
Accuracy & Corrections
We take accuracy seriously. If we discover an error:
- We investigate immediately upon notification
- Errors are corrected promptly
- Significant corrections are noted at the top or bottom of the article
- The "Last Updated" date is changed to reflect corrections
To report an error, please contact us at corrections@purehealthtimes.com.
Content Update Schedule
We review and update content on the following schedule:
- Breaking Health News: Updated as new information becomes available
- General Articles: Reviewed at least annually
- Medication Information: Reviewed every 6 months
- Treatment Guidelines: Updated when new clinical guidelines are published
What We Don't Do
- Provide personal medical advice or diagnoses
- Recommend specific treatments without medical review
- Promote unproven or pseudoscientific treatments
- Make claims not supported by medical evidence
- Use sensationalized or misleading headlines
- Accept payment for positive product reviews
User-Generated Content
If we allow comments or user submissions:
- User content does not reflect the views of Pure Health Times
- Comments are moderated to remove harmful misinformation
- We do not provide medical advice in response to comments
- Users are reminded to consult healthcare providers for medical questions
Advertising Policy
Pure Health Times may display advertising to support our operations:
- Advertisements are clearly labeled
- Ads are separate from editorial content
- We do not endorse products in advertisements
- Advertising does not influence editorial decisions
Affiliate Relationships
We may earn commissions from affiliate links. See our Affiliate Disclosure for full details. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or medical recommendations.
Contact Our Editorial Team
For questions about our editorial policy or to suggest topics: