Editorial policy

Research

Articles are drafted from peer-reviewed sources, South African government and NGO publications (SACENDU, NDoH, SAMRC, SADAG, SANCA, UNODC), and current international clinical guidance. Sources are cited where relevant.

Clinical and lived-experience review

Clinical content is reviewed by Dr Sheridan Walter (MBChB, MPhil Applied Ethics) before publication. Where content concerns recovery, harm reduction, or family experience, we seek input from people with lived experience.

Reviews and updates

Each article shows a "last updated" date. We aim to review clinical and resource content at least every 12 months, and sooner when guidelines or local services change.

Corrections

If information is outdated or incorrect, please email corrections@bridge.project.za or use our contact form. Substantive corrections are noted on the article.

Conflicts of interest

Sponsored or paid content is labelled clearly at the top of the article. Authors disclose any relevant financial or organisational interests. We do not accept payment to remove negative information about a service or to change clinical recommendations.

Limits

Information on this site is general and educational. It does not replace individualised care from a qualified healthcare provider.