Purpose
PP Health Malaysia (PPHM) is dedicated to publishing accurate, reliable, and evidence-based health information. This editorial policy outlines the standards and procedures that govern the review, acceptance, and publication of content submitted by contributing authors.
Editorial Independence
- PPHM maintains full editorial independence from commercial interests, sponsors, and advertisers.
- All decisions regarding content acceptance, modification, or rejection are made solely by the editorial team based on quality and relevance.
Content Standards
- Articles must be factual, unbiased, and supported by current scientific evidence.
- Opinions should be clearly identified as such and backed by reasoned argument and references.
- Sensationalism, exaggeration, or promotion of unproven treatments is not permitted.
Review Process
- All submissions undergo an initial editorial review to assess relevance, originality, and compliance with guidelines.
- Suitable articles may be sent for external peer review by experts in the field to ensure accuracy and quality.
- The review process is double-blind when possible to maintain impartiality.
Revisions & Author Responsibilities
- Authors will be given feedback and requested to revise their manuscript if necessary.
- Timely response to revision requests is expected to avoid delays in publication.
- Authors must uphold transparency regarding any errors or omissions identified post-publication.
Conflicts of Interest
- Authors must disclose any financial or personal relationships that could influence their work.
- Undisclosed conflicts may result in rejection or retraction of published content.
Corrections & Retractions
- PPHM is committed to correcting errors promptly.
- Corrections will be clearly indicated and linked to the original article.
- In cases of serious ethical breaches or inaccuracies, articles may be retracted with notification.
Ethical Compliance
- Submissions must comply with all applicable laws and ethical standards, including patient confidentiality and research ethics.
- Plagiarism detection tools are used routinely to ensure originality.
Transparency & Accountability
- The editorial team will provide clear communication regarding the status of submissions.
- Authors have the right to appeal decisions by submitting additional evidence or clarifications.
Contact Information
For questions about editorial decisions or policies, please contact [email protected].
