The quality and trustworthiness of our educational content is non-negotiable. Project Lyme is one of the most trusted Lyme disease resources precisely because we hold our content to the same standards as peer-reviewed medical publications — accessible language, but rigorous evidence standards underneath.
Our Editorial Standards
- All factual claims are supported by peer-reviewed sources or authoritative public health publications
- We distinguish clearly between established scientific consensus and areas of genuine scientific uncertainty
- We do not publish content that advocates for unproven treatments or that could mislead patients into harmful decisions
- We acknowledge the lived experiences of patients — including experiences the medical literature has not fully explained — without presenting unvalidated claims as established fact
- We update content when new evidence warrants, and we note update dates on all educational pages
Medical Review Process
Subject Matter Expert Drafting
All health content is initially drafted by a writer with healthcare or science background, drawing on peer-reviewed sources, CDC guidelines, and authoritative clinical resources.
Scientific Advisory Board Review
Relevant SAB members review content in their specialty area for scientific accuracy, appropriate nuance, and alignment with current medical consensus.
Patient and Caregiver Review
We ask patients and caregivers to review educational content for clarity, tone, and practical utility — ensuring the language serves the people who need it most.
Publication with Transparent Attribution
Published pages include review dates, reviewer credentials, and source references. Medical disclaimers are included where appropriate.
Regular Updates
Educational pages are reviewed and updated at least annually, or whenever significant new evidence or guideline changes warrant revision.
Source Standards
Our primary sources include peer-reviewed medical journals (with priority given to systematic reviews and meta-analyses), CDC and NIH guidelines, clinical practice guidelines from major medical societies, and in some cases, preprints from recognized institutions when they represent significant recent findings.
Corrections Policy
If you identify an error or outdated information on any Project Lyme educational page, please contact us at editorial@projectlyme.org. We investigate all reports and issue corrections promptly. Substantive corrections are noted at the top of the affected page.
Meet Our Scientific Advisory Board
The researchers and clinicians who review our content are listed on the Scientific Advisory Board page.