Our Editorial Policy
How we research, write, and maintain the health information on YourHealthXpert
Who We Are
YourHealthXpert is an independent UK health information website. Our editorial team researches and writes articles to help UK residents understand NHS services, common health conditions, and healthcare options. We are an information publisher, not a medical service.
Our Information Sources
All content on YourHealthXpert is researched and written using authoritative, publicly available UK health sources, including:
- NHS.uk — the official National Health Service website
- NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) — clinical guidelines and evidence reviews
- GOV.UK — official UK government health guidance
- Public Health England / UKHSA — public health data and guidance
- Royal College publications — specialty-specific clinical guidance
- Peer-reviewed medical journals — referenced where relevant
How Our Content Is Written
Our editorial team follows a structured process for every article:
- Research: We identify relevant NHS and NICE guidance on the topic before writing begins.
- Writing: Articles are written in plain English, designed to be accessible to all readers regardless of medical background.
- Editorial check: Content is reviewed internally for accuracy, clarity, balance, and compliance with our editorial standards before publication.
- Ongoing updates: We aim to review all clinical content at least annually, or sooner if significant NHS or NICE guidance changes.
What We Do Not Do
- Provide personalised medical advice
- Diagnose medical conditions
- Recommend specific treatments
- Replace your GP or specialist
- Endorse specific products or services
- Summarise NHS and NICE guidance
- Explain conditions in plain English
- Signpost readers to official services
- Keep content up to date
- Link to authoritative sources
Accuracy and Corrections
We take accuracy seriously. If you believe any information on YourHealthXpert is incorrect, out of date, or misleading, please contact us via our Contact page. We review all corrections promptly and update content where necessary.
Editorial Independence
YourHealthXpert editorial content is produced independently. Our articles are not sponsored, commissioned, or influenced by any pharmaceutical company, NHS body, private healthcare provider, or advertiser. Any future advertising on this site is clearly separated from editorial content.
Always See a Professional
The information on this website is for general informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional — such as your GP, pharmacist, or NHS 111 — for advice about your specific situation. In an emergency, call 999.
Last reviewed: February 2026 · Contact our editorial team