How we write health content
Health information should tell you who wrote it and how it was checked. Here’s ours, including the part most sites leave out.
In short: Splash articles are written by the Splash team from NHS, NICE, FSRH, RCOG, ACOG, WHO and peer-reviewed sources, and every article shows when its sources were last checked (October 2026 for the current library). No clinician has reviewed them yet, and we say so. AI may help with drafting, but a person checks every fact against the cited source.
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Where we are today
We think you should know that before you read anything. It’s also why every article links to its sources, so you can check them yourself.
How an article is made
- Start from guidelines. We read what NHS, NICE, ACOG, RCOG and WHO say first, then look at systematic reviews for detail.
- Write in plain English. Short sentences, a quick answer at the top, and medical words explained in the glossary.
- Check every fact against its source. AI tools may help us draft or simplify wording. A person then checks every fact and number against the cited source before it’s published.
- Say when to get help. Articles include when to see a doctor, and never discourage seeing one.
- Date it. Each article shows the month its sources were last checked.
Which sources count
In order of preference:
- Clinical guidelines: NICE, RCOG, ACOG, WHO, FSRH
- Systematic reviews and large, well-designed studies
- Major health bodies and hospitals: NHS, Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, and specialist charities
We don’t cite blogs, influencers, product sellers or other period-tracking apps.
How often we re-check
At least every 12 months, and sooner when a major guideline changes. The “sources checked” date on each article changes only when we actually re-check it.
What we’re working towards
We would like qualified clinicians (for example a GP or gynaecologist, and a registered dietitian for nutrition) to review our articles, starting with conditions, contraception, pregnancy and mental health. When that happens, the reviewer’s name, qualifications and registration will appear on each article they’ve reviewed, with the date. Until then, we won’t imply it.
There is no sponsorship, advertising or affiliate money behind any article. More detail is in our editorial policy.
Questions about our health content
Are Splash’s health articles written by doctors?
No. They are written by the Splash team from published guidelines and research, and a person checks every fact against the cited source. No doctor, nurse or midwife has reviewed them yet, which is why we say “Written by the Splash team” and never “medically reviewed”.
Which sources does Splash use for health information?
In order of preference: clinical guidelines from NICE, RCOG, ACOG, WHO and FSRH; systematic reviews and large studies; then major health bodies such as the NHS, Cleveland Clinic and Mayo Clinic. We do not cite blogs, influencers, product sellers or other period-tracking apps.
How often is Splash’s health content checked?
At least every 12 months, and sooner when a major guideline changes. The library’s sources were last checked in October 2026. The “sources checked” date on each article changes only when we actually re-check it.
Does Splash use AI to write articles?
AI tools may help draft or simplify wording. A person then checks every fact and number against the cited source before anything is published. There is no sponsorship, advertising or affiliate money behind any article.
Report a mistake
If something looks wrong, email us with the page and what you spotted. We check it against the sources, fix it, and note significant corrections on the article.
Splash content is general information, not medical advice. Splash can’t diagnose. If you’re worried, talk to a GP, pharmacist or sexual health clinic. In an emergency call 999 (UK) or 911 (US).
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