Medwiki Global Editorial &
Medical Governance Policy
Applies to all Medwiki platforms, AI systems, contributors, affiliates, and partners.
1. Scope & Purpose
Medwiki is a global, AI-assisted health education platform. We provide structured, evidence-based health information for educational purposes only.
Medwiki:
- Does not provide medical diagnosis
- Does not prescribe treatment
- Does not replace licensed healthcare professionals
- Does not function as a telemedicine provider
Where applicable, Medwiki complies with:
2. Legal Positioning of Medwiki
Medwiki is classified as:
- A health information publisher
- An AI-assisted educational platform
- Not a medical device (unless specifically registered in a jurisdiction)
- Not a healthcare provider
If any feature qualifies as Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) in a given jurisdiction, Medwiki will:
- Undergo appropriate regulatory review
- Register with the relevant authority
- Clearly label the feature's regulatory status
3. Evidence Standards
All medical content must:
- Be based on peer-reviewed literature, OR
- Align with recognized clinical practice guidelines, OR
- Reference official public health advisories
Accepted Sources Include:
We prohibit:
- Anecdotal-only claims
- Non-evidence-based miracle treatments
- Anti-scientific content
- Claims not substantiated by credible sources
4. AI Governance & Human Oversight
Medwiki operates under a Hybrid AI + Human Governance Model.
4.1 AI Limitations
AI systems:
- Do not independently publish without review (where medical risk is high)
- Do not generate prescriptions
- Do not determine diagnoses
- Do not override safety disclaimers
4.2 Risk-Tiered Review Model
Tier 1 - Low Risk
General wellness: AI structured + automated compliance check
Tier 2 - Moderate Risk
Chronic conditions: AI draft + human medical review
Tier 3 - High Risk
Pregnancy, pediatric, oncology, cardiovascular emergencies: Mandatory medical professional review
5. Advertising & Commercial Compliance
Medwiki adheres to:
- FTC truth-in-advertising standards (US)
- ASA/MHRA advertising rules (UK)
- ASCI guidelines (India)
We require:
- Clear labeling of sponsored content
- Separation of editorial and commercial teams
- No undisclosed affiliate influence on medical claims
- No exaggeration of therapeutic benefits
Health claims must be:
- Substantiated
- Balanced with risk disclosures
- Compliant with local labeling rules
6. Data Protection & Privacy
Medwiki complies with:
- HIPAA (US, where applicable)
- UK GDPR
- EU GDPR (if applicable)
- India DPDP Act 2023
Principles:
- Data minimization
- Purpose limitation
- Explicit consent for personalization
- Right to deletion
- No sale of personal health data
AI personalization models use anonymized or pseudonymized data wherever feasible.
7. High-Risk Symptom Escalation
If a user reports symptoms suggestive of:
- Stroke
- Heart attack
- Severe allergic reaction
- Suicidal ideation
- Pregnancy emergency
Medwiki:
- Immediately surfaces emergency guidance
- Recommends contacting local emergency services
- Stops further advisory content
Medwiki does not provide crisis counseling.
8. Vulnerable Populations Protection
Special safeguards apply to:
- Minors
- Pregnant individuals
- Elderly users
- Users with cognitive impairment
Content directed toward these populations undergoes stricter review.
9. Conflict of Interest & Transparency
All contributors must disclose:
- Financial relationships
- Industry affiliations
- Advisory board memberships
- Research funding sources
Failure to disclose results in immediate suspension.
10. Content Update & Versioning Protocol
Each article or AI module includes:
- Publication date
- Last reviewed date
- Reviewer designation (where applicable)
- Version number
Updates are triggered by:
- Regulatory alerts
- New major guideline releases
- Safety recalls
- WHO/FDA/MHRA/CDSCO advisories
11. Medical Disclaimer (Standardized)
All medical content includes:
“This information is provided for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider.”
Jurisdiction-specific disclaimers may be appended.
12. Global Content Localization Policy
Medwiki publishes in multiple languages.
Each translation:
- Maintains medical equivalence
- Reflects region-specific public health guidance
- Avoids culturally inappropriate interpretations
Localized content may reference:
- NHS guidance (UK)
- CDC/FDA (US)
- CDSCO/NMC advisories (India)
13. Governance & Oversight Structure
Medwiki governance includes:
- Chief Medical Editor
- Regulatory Compliance Officer
- AI Safety & Bias Committee
- Escalation Review Panel
Quarterly internal compliance audits are conducted.
14. Prohibited Content Categories
Medwiki does not allow:
- Anti-vaccine misinformation
- Unlicensed stem cell cure claims
- Unapproved drug promotion
- Steroid misuse advice
- Self-harm facilitation
- Off-label prescription encouragement
15. Regulatory Cooperation
Medwiki commits to:
- Responding promptly to regulator inquiries
- Removing flagged content
- Providing documentation of review processes
- Updating policies as regulations evolve
Our Commitment
Medwiki is building a globally compliant, AI-assisted health knowledge infrastructure rooted in scientific integrity, regulatory alignment, ethical AI deployment, and public health responsibility. We recognize that with scale comes accountability.
This policy is a living document and will be updated as regulations evolve. Last updated: February 2026.