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Editorial Policy

Our commitment to accurate, evidence-based COVID-19 information through rigorous editorial standards and review processes.

Last updated: June 22, 2025

Our Editorial Mission

CovidInfo is committed to providing accurate, timely, and accessible COVID-19 information that empowers individuals to make informed health decisions. Our editorial policy ensures that all content meets the highest standards of medical accuracy and journalistic integrity.

Editorial Standards

Evidence-Based Content

All medical information must be supported by peer-reviewed research, official health guidelines, or authoritative medical sources.

Medical Review

Content is reviewed by qualified healthcare professionals before publication to ensure medical accuracy and relevance.

Source Verification

We verify all sources and provide clear citations to enable readers to access original information.

Regular Updates

Content is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect the latest scientific developments and health guidelines.

Transparency

We clearly identify authors, reviewers, publication dates, and any potential conflicts of interest.

Accessibility

Information is presented in clear, understandable language appropriate for diverse audiences.

Content Review Process

1

Research & Writing

Research Team

Our research team creates content using the latest scientific literature and official health guidelines.

2

Fact Checking

Editorial Team

All facts, statistics, and claims are verified against original sources and cross-referenced.

3

Medical Review

Medical Advisory Board

Board-certified physicians and specialists review content for medical accuracy and clinical relevance.

4

Editorial Review

Senior Editors

Senior editors review for clarity, completeness, and adherence to editorial standards.

5

Final Approval

Editorial Director

Content receives final approval before publication with appropriate attribution and dating.

Content Standards by Type

Medical Information

  • Peer-reviewed research sources
  • Medical professional review required
  • Clear disclaimers about medical advice
  • Regular accuracy updates

News & Updates

  • Official health organization sources
  • Timely publication within 24 hours
  • Fact-checking verification
  • Clear source attribution

Guidelines & Recommendations

  • Based on official health guidelines
  • Expert medical review
  • Clear applicability statements
  • Regular policy updates

Approved Source Criteria

We only use information from reputable, authoritative sources that meet our strict criteria for medical accuracy:

Peer-reviewed medical journals
World Health Organization (WHO)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
National health agencies and departments
Academic medical institutions
Medical professional organizations
Government health authorities
Established medical reference databases

Note: We do not accept information from social media, unverified websites, or sources that do not meet our editorial standards for medical accuracy and reliability.

Corrections & Updates Policy

Error Corrections

When errors are identified, we promptly correct them and clearly note the correction with the date and nature of the change. Significant corrections are highlighted prominently.

Content Updates

Medical information is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect the latest research and guidelines. All updates include revision dates and explanations of changes.

Reader Feedback

We welcome feedback from readers and medical professionals. All concerns about accuracy are investigated promptly and addressed appropriately.

Editorial Oversight

Editorial Leadership

  • • Editor-in-Chief with medical journalism experience
  • • Senior Medical Editor (MD/PhD)
  • • Managing Editor for content coordination
  • • Copy editors for language and clarity

Medical Advisory Board

  • • Board-certified physicians
  • • Public health experts
  • • Epidemiologists and virologists
  • • Clinical research specialists

Conflicts of Interest

CovidInfo maintains strict policies regarding conflicts of interest to ensure the independence and integrity of our editorial content:

  • • All contributors must disclose potential conflicts of interest
  • • Financial relationships with healthcare companies are disclosed
  • • Editorial decisions are made independently of any commercial interests
  • • Advertising does not influence editorial content
  • • Clear separation between editorial and commercial content

Editorial Inquiries

Have questions about our editorial process or want to report a concern? We welcome feedback from our readers and the medical community.