Validity of Health Information
Validation of information presented in a publication entails the evaluation of (1) the goals of the organization involved in the publication, (2) conflicts of interest, (3) major stakeholders, (4) the knowledge, expertise, and qualifications of the editorial board, and (5) the editorial process. The members of the Editorial Board of a publication interest are the gatekeepers of scientific information.
Australian Medical Handbook (AMH)
The Australian Medicines Handbook (AMH) was developed as a resource for healthcare practitioners interested in the quality use of pharmaceuticals in Australia (AMH, 2012). AMH is independent of both Government and the pharmaceutical industry; therefore, the AMH has no conflict of interest and ...