Editorial Standards

Our Commitment

MesoWatch provides independent, accurate health information for the mesothelioma community. We are not affiliated with any law firm, medical provider, or lead generation service.

Our sole purpose is to provide clear, evidence-based information that helps patients and families make informed decisions about their care.

How We Create Content

Research Standards

Every article is researched using authoritative sources:

• Peer-reviewed journals via PubMed and medical databases
• Government agencies including NCI, NIH, CDC, EPA, and OSHA
• Clinical trial data from ClinicalTrials.gov
• Medical institutions such as Mayo Clinic, MD Anderson, and Memorial Sloan Kettering
• Primary source documents including FDA approvals and EPA regulations

Writing Process

Our health writers specialize in oncology and follow a consistent style guide emphasizing:

• Accuracy and evidence-based claims
• Clear, accessible language without unnecessary jargon
• Empathetic, patient-centered tone
• Proper source attribution with links to primary sources

Review Process

Before publication, all content undergoes:

1. Factual verification — Statistics and medical claims are checked against primary sources
2. Editorial review — Content is reviewed for clarity, accuracy, and consistency
3. Source checking — All citations are verified as valid and current

Sourcing Standards

Primary Sources

We prioritize primary sources whenever possible:

• Original research published in peer-reviewed journals
• Official statements and data from government agencies
• Clinical trial results from ClinicalTrials.gov
• FDA approval documents and drug labels

Secondary Sources

When using secondary sources, we verify information against primary sources and clearly indicate the chain of attribution.

What We Don't Use

• Anonymous sources for medical claims
• Press releases without independent verification
• Social media as a primary source
• Other health websites without verifying their sources
• Outdated studies when newer research is available

Content Dating

We display multiple dates to help you assess content currency:

Update Schedule

• Treatment pages: Reviewed quarterly
• Statistics pages: Updated annually or when new data releases
• News articles: Updated as developments occur
• Evergreen guides: Reviewed annually

Corrections Policy

We take accuracy seriously. When we discover an error:

• Minor corrections (typos, formatting) are made immediately without notation
• Factual corrections include a note at the bottom of the article
• Significant corrections include an editor's note explaining the change
• If an article contains material errors, we may remove it pending review

Independence & Disclosure

Editorial Independence

Our content is created independently of commercial interests. Advertisers and sponsors have no influence over editorial decisions. Our editorial team operates separately from any business relationships.

Advertising Policy

• Advertisements are clearly labeled as "Advertisement" or "Sponsored"
• We do not accept payment for editorial coverage
• Affiliate relationships, if any, are disclosed

What We Don't Do

• Sell editorial coverage or content placement
• Allow advertisers to review content before publication
• Create content to promote specific legal services
• Accept compensation for attorney referrals