Ethics
Last updated: 2026-02-21
Publishing health information has consequences. Readers act on what we write. Our ethics framework starts with that fact.
Independence
glpzoom is independently owned. We hold no equity in any telehealth service, pharmaceutical manufacturer, or healthcare insurer. We accept affiliate commissions (see disclosure); we do not accept equity, board seats, advisory roles, or other relationships that could create conflicts of interest.
Accuracy
Every clinical claim is sourced from primary literature (FDA prescribing information, peer-reviewed trials, major guidelines). When we summarize, we link to the source. When we're uncertain, we say so. We don't manufacture certainty we don't have.
Harm avoidance
Some content can cause harm if misread. We follow these rules:
- We do not publish dose-adjustment instructions a reader could use to self-titrate. Dose schedules are educational; clinicians set actual doses.
- We do not promote off-label use. When we describe off-label use (e.g., Ozempic for weight loss), we label it and note that the clinical decision rests with a prescriber.
- We do not minimize known risks. Black-box warnings and serious adverse events appear on every drug page, not buried.
- We do not encourage circumventing prior authorization or insurance requirements through false documentation.
- We include a medical disclaimer on every clinical page directing readers to a licensed clinician for personal decisions.
AI usage
We use AI tools (large language models, image generators) for drafting, research synthesis, and copy editing. All AI-generated content passes through human editorial review before publication. We do not publish AI-generated content as the work of a named human author. We do not use AI to fabricate quotes, attributions, or citations.
We do not allow AI-generated images of named individuals (clinicians, patients, public figures) to appear as if they are real photographs.
Sources and attribution
We credit sources we draw from. When we summarize a clinical trial, we name the trial and link to the primary publication. When we quote a clinician or commentator, we attribute by name and affiliation. We do not paraphrase unique reporting from competitor publications without attribution.
Reader privacy
We do not collect or sell personal health information. Our analytics are first-party and aggregated; we do not run third-party trackers or programmatic ad code. See our privacy policy for the full data-handling framework.
Correction and accountability
When we make mistakes, we correct them and note the correction publicly. See our corrections policy. If we publish a piece that turns out to be materially wrong in a way that can't be repaired by editing, we retract it with a public note.
Reporting concerns
Ethics concerns, conflict-of-interest reports, or potential editorial violations: [email protected]. We treat reports confidentially and respond within 5 business days.