Editorial Policy

Last updated: 1 January 2026.

This Editorial Policy outlines the standards, processes, and principles followed by Seagrave Healthcare Limited in the creation, review, and publication of content on www.theoadclinic.com.

Our goal is to provide accurate, evidence-based, and trustworthy information while maintaining editorial independence and transparency.

1. Editorial Independence

All content published on this website is created with editorial independence. Commercial interests, sponsorships, or advertising do not influence the accuracy, integrity, or objectivity of our content. Where any content is sponsored or promotional in nature, this will be clearly disclosed.

2. Content Creation

Medical and health related articles are written by a medical writer or subject matter experts with relevant healthcare experience. Content is developed using:

Peer-reviewed scientific literature
Clinical guidelines
Reputable medical sources
Current best practices

Blog articles and general content may cover:

Health education
Industry news
Research updates
Practice updates
General wellbeing topics

Blog content may be more conversational in tone but is still expected to be:

Accurate
Responsible
Evidence-informed where applicable

3. Medical review process

All medical or clinical content is:

Reviewed by a qualified doctor or medical expert prior to publication
Assessed for accuracy, clarity, and clinical relevance

The reviewing medical professional may include:

GMC-registered doctors
Consultants
Specialist clinicians
Other appropriately qualified healthcare professionals

Where applicable, reviewer credentials may be disclosed.

4. Accuracy and updates

We make reasonable efforts to ensure that all content is:

Accurate at the time of publication
Based on the most current evidence available

Medical content is:

Reviewed periodically
Updated when clinical guidance, research, or standards change

Outdated content may be updated, revised, or removed.

5. Transparency and authorship

Where appropriate, we clearly identify:

Content authors
Medical reviewers
Dates of publication and review

We aim to be transparent about:

Who created the content
Who reviewed it
When it was last updated

6. No substitute for professional advice

All content on this website is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Readers are encouraged to consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding individual health concerns.

7. Corrections and feedback

We take accuracy seriously.

If an error is identified, we will:

Investigate promptly
Correct or update the content where appropriate

Feedback regarding content accuracy can be submitted via the contact form available on our website.

8. Ethical standards

We are committed to:

Responsible health communication
Avoiding sensationalism
Respecting patient dignity and confidentiality
Avoiding misleading or exaggerated claims

We do not publish content that promotes unsafe, unproven, or unethical medical practices.

9. Conflicts of interest

Any potential conflicts of interest held by authors or reviewers must be disclosed. Where a conflict exists, it will be clearly stated within the content.

10. Changes to this policy

This Editorial Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in standards, regulations, or internal processes. The latest version will always be available on this page.

11. Contact Details

If you have any questions about this Editorial Policy, please contact Seagrave Healthcare Limited, info@theoadclinic.com, www.theoadclinic.com.