Editorial Policy

This page explains how content on Drishti Health is researched, written, reviewed and corrected.

Our standard

Every article aims to reflect the current consensus of major clinical guidelines and high-quality evidence. Where guidelines differ between countries, we say so rather than presenting one as universal. Where the evidence is weak or contested, we describe the uncertainty instead of resolving it artificially.

Sources we rely on

• National and international clinical practice guidelines
• Systematic reviews and meta-analyses
• Large randomised controlled trials
• Guidance from recognised public health bodies

We give more weight to randomised evidence than to observational studies, and more weight to systematic reviews than to single trials. Single studies reported in the news are not treated as a reason to change guidance.

How articles are written

• The scope is defined around the questions a reader is actually likely to have.
• Current guidelines and reviews are consulted before drafting.
• The draft explains mechanism, diagnosis, treatment, common misconceptions and warning signs.
• Language is checked for accuracy and for readability without oversimplifying.
• Claims that cannot be supported are removed rather than softened.

What we will not publish

• Claims of cure for conditions that cannot be cured
• Specific dosing instructions intended to be followed without a doctor
• Content that discourages people from seeking medical care
• Promotion of unproven remedies, detoxes or devices
• Content written to sell a product

Independence

Drishti Health does not accept payment in exchange for favourable coverage of any treatment, supplement, hospital, clinic or brand. Where advertising appears on the site, it is clearly separated from editorial content and has no influence on what we write or how we write it.

Corrections

Medicine changes, and we make mistakes like anyone else. If you find an error, please tell us through the Contact page with the article title and, where possible, the source that contradicts it. Substantive corrections are made to the article and noted where the change materially alters the original meaning.

Review and updating

Articles are reviewed periodically and updated when guidelines change. Health content that is not maintained becomes misinformation over time, and we treat updating as part of publishing rather than an afterthought.

Limits of this site

Our content is general health information for a general audience. It cannot account for your individual history, medications, allergies or circumstances. It is not a substitute for a consultation with a qualified doctor. Please also read our Medical Disclaimer.