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Summary of Editing Wikipedia Articles on Medicine

Wikipedia is a resource for medical information used by millions of people. Thus stringent guidelines regarding accuracy and reputability are necessary. As always, Wikipedia's content and copyright guidelines are to be followed closely. Plagiarism, close paraphrasing, and unauthorized reproduction of images are not allowed. Furthermore, Wikipedia is an encyclopedia that many collaborate on, so responding to any feedback from other editors is vital. Once an article that needs attention or needs to be expanded has been chosen, there are some important categories that almost all medicine articles must include. This includes, but is not limited to: Symptoms, causes, diagnosis, prevention, and other relevant subheadings. Additionally, when choosing sources to back up the information provided, it is important that only peer reviewed articles from reputable medical journals, published academic and professional literature, and guidelines/statements from recognized medical organizations be used. This is to ensure accuracy and eliminate bias. It is important not to use primary sources, popular articles/blogs or original research. Finally, when writing the article, make sure to maintain a neutral tone and ensure all information published is factually correct while still accessible to a broader audience.