Last Updated: February 22, 2025
Welcome to Bangladesh Health Alliance’s Editorial Policy. This policy outlines the principles and standards governing the content published on our platform. We are committed to delivering accurate, trustworthy, and insightful healthcare information. By accessing and using our platform, you agree to adhere to the editorial guidelines outlined below.
1. Editorial Guidelines
1.1 Accuracy
We prioritize accuracy in all published content. All medical information must be supported by credible sources, reviewed for factual correctness, and updated regularly to reflect the latest advancements in healthcare.
1.2 Relevance
Content should be directly related to healthcare, medicine, wellness, and public health, offering valuable insights to our readers.
1.3 Professionalism
All content must maintain a professional and authoritative tone, ensuring clarity, reliability, and accessibility for a broad audience.
1.4 Plagiarism
Plagiarism is strictly prohibited. All content must be original or properly attributed, with appropriate credit given to sources.
1.5 Citations and Sources
We require proper citation of medical studies, peer-reviewed research, and authoritative sources to substantiate all claims and medical statements.
1.6 Patient Privacy
We uphold strict patient privacy standards. Content must not include personally identifiable patient information without explicit consent and compliance with relevant privacy laws.
2. Verified Doctors
We follow a strict verification process before publishing any doctor’s profile on our platform:
- Doctors submit their information through our Join Page.
- We contact the doctor personally for verification.
- We verify their BM&DC (Bangladesh Medical & Dental Council) number to confirm their credentials.
- After verification, we craft the doctor’s profile carefully to ensure accuracy.
- The profile is sent to the doctor for final confirmation to verify all information is correct.
- Once approved, we publish the doctor’s profile on our platform.
This verification process ensures that all listed doctors are legitimate, licensed, and qualified, providing trustworthy healthcare services to patients.
3. Authorship and Expertise
3.1 Qualified Authors
Content must be authored by healthcare professionals, medical writers, or subject matter experts with relevant credentials.
3.2 Transparency
Author credentials and expertise are clearly disclosed, ensuring transparency and building trust with our readers.
3.3 Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest
Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the objectivity of the content.
4. Review and Editorial Oversight
4.1 Peer Review
All medical and healthcare-related content undergoes a thorough review by qualified professionals to maintain accuracy, credibility, and scientific integrity.
4.2 Editorial Review
Our editorial team ensures that all content adheres to our quality standards, guidelines, and ethical considerations before publication.
5. Corrections and Content Updates
5.1 Corrections
If any inaccuracies are identified in our content, corrections will be made promptly, and necessary clarifications will be provided.
5.2 Updates
As medical research evolves, we regularly update our content to reflect the latest developments, ensuring timely and relevant healthcare information.
6. Advertising and Sponsored Content
6.1 Clear Distinction
Sponsored content, advertisements, and promotional materials are clearly labeled to distinguish them from editorial content.
6.2 Editorial Independence
Advertisements and sponsorships do not influence our editorial decisions, ensuring integrity and objectivity in all published materials.
7. Feedback and Contact Information
7.1 Reader Feedback
We value reader feedback. If you have questions, concerns, or suggestions about our content, we encourage you to reach out.
7.2 Contact Us
For inquiries regarding our Editorial Policy or to report any issues, please contact us through our official communication channels.
8. Acceptance of Policy
By using Bangladesh Health Alliance’s platform and contributing content, you agree to comply with this Editorial Policy. Our commitment is to uphold the highest standards of healthcare journalism, ensuring that our audience receives accurate, relevant, and ethical medical information.