Evidence & editorial standards

Evidence behind our health information

Clear information starts with reliable evidence. We connect health explanations with their sources so you can understand your options and ask informed questions.

Reliable sources

Evidence-based information, explained clearly

Our health pages draw on clinical guidelines, prescribing information, public health agencies and peer-reviewed research. The “Sources & information notes” section provides references for further reading.

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Clinical guidelines

Recommendations from organizations such as the American Academy of Pediatrics, Endocrine Society and Pediatric Endocrine Society.

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Medicine information

Current prescribing information and Medication Guides explain approved uses, important risks and precautions.

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Published research

Original studies and evidence reviews help explain what was measured, in whom and over what period.

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Evidence in context

What makes information useful

The right population

Age, diagnosis and treatment setting affect how research applies. Adult findings are not automatically recommendations for children.

The full picture

Benefits belong alongside risks and study limitations. Research statistics describe a study, not a guaranteed result or EndoMD’s own outcomes.

A clear distinction

Published evidence and facts about our services serve different purposes. Sources explain health information; our care and insurance pages explain what EndoMD offers.

Accuracy & updates

Keeping information current

Changes in clinical guidance, medicine labeling or EndoMD services can affect what a page says. A page’s update date reflects a substantive content change. A named clinical reviewer and review date are displayed only when that review has been completed.

Help us keep our information accurate

Send the page address and what you noticed to [email protected]. For a personal care question, contact our team.

Good to know

Using our information

Where can I find the evidence for a page?

Open “Sources & information notes” near the bottom of a health page. References link to the original source so you can explore the details.

How should I use these pages for a health decision?

Use them to understand a topic and prepare questions. A clinician who knows your medical history can explain how the information applies to you.

Have a question about your own care?

For advice about your health or your child’s, talk with a specialist.