GoRocky Editorial Standards
Our Content Objective
At GoRocky, we’re dedicated to building the most expansive and reliable online library of health and wellness information.
Our mission is to provide both men and women with the most accurate, up-to-date, and actionable insights about their physical and mental well-being. We aim to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their health, offering real, science-backed answers to your toughest questions.
Editorial Integrity & Content Creation Process
Every piece of content on GoRocky is created with the highest standards of research, accuracy, and clarity. Our editorial team and contributors work collaboratively to ensure our articles are well-researched, medically sound, and accessible to everyone.
Writers & Editorial Team
Our writers are experienced experts in their respective fields and are committed to delivering high-quality content.
Each writer goes through a rigorous onboarding process, which includes test assignments, detailed feedback, and adherence to our strict sourcing guidelines. We support continuous improvement through workshopping sessions and ongoing coaching, ensuring that our writers craft comprehensive and easy-to-understand articles.
Our editorial team provides their diverse expertise, including investigative journalism, technical research, and medical and lifestyle writing. This broad range of experience enables our editors to help writers simplify complex medical topics and produce the most relevant, accurate, and digestible stories possible.
Medical Expert Reviewers and Fact-Checking
Medical accuracy is non-negotiable. This is why GoRocky employs a two-step medical review process for all articles.
Before publication, each article is thoroughly checked by a board-certified physician, specialist, or healthcare professional who ensures that the content aligns with the most current scientific understanding.
We frequently update our articles as new research and clinical studies emerge, so our readers always have access to accurate and up-to-date information. In addition, all sources are carefully vetted to ensure they come from reputable, peer-reviewed publications and trusted medical organizations.
Sources, Citations & References
To ensure the highest standard of reliability, we follow strict sourcing guidelines developed with input from both our medical and legal advisory boards. All claims are supported by credible sources, and these references are clearly listed at the end of each article so that readers can explore the research themselves.
Key sourcing principles include:
- Reputable Sources: We use only high-quality, authoritative sources such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), leading universities, and respected medical journals.
- Peer-Reviewed Research: Our content primarily relies on studies published in peer-reviewed journals from the past few years, typically from 2015 onwards.
- Transparency: We make sure to note if a study we cite has limitations, such as if it only conducted animal research or if it had a small sample size. We also reference full-text articles whenever possible.
Content Creation & Curation
Staying Current
Health information evolves rapidly. To ensure that GoRocky remains at the forefront of medical knowledge, we frequently revisit and update our articles.
Whenever new research or guidelines emerge, we send relevant content through a comprehensive review process to update facts, statistics, and treatment recommendations.
We include the date of the most recent update at the top of every article so you always know when the information was last reviewed.
Content Removal
Occasionally, content may be removed if it is no longer accurate or relevant. When this happens, we ensure that any links to or mentions of that content on our site are either redirected to more current material or deleted entirely.
Content Corrections
Mistakes happen—no process is perfect. If we discover a mistake in one of our articles, we take full responsibility and ensure that corrections are made quickly.
Articles will be rewritten, rechecked by our editorial team and medical experts, and republished once we’re confident in the updated version.
If you spot an error or have feedback about an article, please reach out to us at support@gorocky.com. We value your input and want to make sure our content is as useful as possible.
Transparency & Ethical Standards
At GoRocky, we’re committed to transparency. While many of the topics we cover may relate to products or treatments available on our platform, we always prioritize the health and well-being of our readers over marketing concerns.
When we discuss specific products or treatments, we do so only when it’s directly relevant and beneficial to the reader’s understanding.
Our editorial process is independent of any commercial interests, ensuring that our content remains impartial, honest, and based on scientific evidence. We also provide easy access to our privacy policy and terms of use, so you can be confident in how your information is handled.
Compliance and Legal Standards
Our content is crafted in full compliance with all relevant medical, legal, and ethical guidelines. This includes respecting patient confidentiality, adhering to all applicable medical and advertising laws, and following regulatory standards for online health information.
Our editorial standards are built on the foundation of trust, accuracy, and transparency. At GoRocky, we strive to provide the most reliable and accessible health information, so you can take charge of your wellness with confidence.
Whether you’re seeking advice on medical treatments, mental health, or fitness, you can rely on our team to bring you the most trusted and current insights.
