Medical Review Policy
How SafeRabies verifies the accuracy of its content
Overview
SafeRabies publishes medically reviewed content about rabies exposure response, prevention, and treatment options. Every clinical and safety page on this site goes through the review process described below before publication. This policy explains who reviews our content, what standards they follow, and how we handle corrections.
Who Writes Our Content?
All content is written by the SafeRabies Editorial Team (Public Health Content). The editorial team researches topics using the source hierarchy described below, drafts content in plain language for the general public, and submits it for medical review before publication.
Who Reviews Our Content?
SafeRabies Editorial Team
Reviewed against current CDC and WHO rabies guidance
All clinical and medical content on SafeRabies is reviewed by our editorial team against current WHO and CDC rabies guidance. This includes checking factual accuracy, alignment with primary public health sources, and ensuring the information is appropriate for a general audience. We do not attribute review to a named clinician unless that individual is real, credentialed, and has consented to be named; we are actively engaging a licensed medical professional to provide named clinical review.
Our Review Process
- Research & drafting. The editorial team identifies a topic, researches it using the source hierarchy below, and drafts content written in plain language.
- Review. The draft is reviewed by our editorial team against current CDC and WHO rabies guidance for factual accuracy, completeness, and appropriate scope. Revisions are made as needed before publication.
- Publication. Once approved, the page is published with its review basis and the date it was last reviewed.
- Periodic re-review. Published pages are re-reviewed at least once per year, or sooner if relevant guidance from WHO, CDC, or other primary sources changes.
Source Hierarchy
When researching and reviewing content, we follow this source priority:
- World Health Organization (WHO) rabies guidance
- CDC rabies prevention and control guidelines
- State and local public health department regulations
- Peer-reviewed medical literature
When sources conflict, WHO guidance takes priority, followed by CDC, then regional regulations. We do not use original research, personal anecdotes, or unverified claims as primary sources.
What Gets Reviewed
Medically reviewed
- Emergency steps after a bite
- Rabies first aid & wound washing
- Symptoms & warning signs
- After a bite (PEP) guidance
- Risk assessment tools
- Vaccine information
- Prevention guidance
Editorially reviewed only
- Blog posts & news articles
- State law summaries
- Clinic finder data
- Site policies (privacy, terms)
Review Dates
The most recent sitewide medical review was completed on April 14, 2026. Individual pages display their own “Last medically reviewed” date in the author attribution box near the top of the page.
Corrections & Updates
If you believe any content on SafeRabies contains an error or is out of date, please contact us at editorial@saferabies.com. We take accuracy seriously and will review your feedback promptly. When a correction is made, we update the page content and the “Last updated” date.
Scope & Limitations
SafeRabies provides medically reviewed public information and does not replace urgent medical care. If you may have been exposed to rabies, seek medical advice promptly.
- This site does not diagnose rabies or any medical condition
- Risk assessment tools provide general guidance, not a clinical diagnosis
- Clinic finder results should be confirmed directly with the provider
- State law summaries are for general reference and may not reflect the most recent legislative changes