Prescrire
Prescrire is a French independent medical journal that provides an unbiased source of information, free from pharmaceutical industry influence. The journal is published by the French non-profit organization La revue Prescrire. The main objective of Prescrire is to provide healthcare professionals with the most recent and accurate information about drugs and therapeutic strategies.
History[edit | edit source]
Prescrire was founded in 1981 by a group of French doctors and pharmacists. The founders aimed to create a source of unbiased drug information, free from pharmaceutical industry influence. The journal quickly gained recognition for its rigorous, evidence-based approach and its commitment to transparency and independence.
Content[edit | edit source]
Prescrire covers a wide range of topics related to drugs and therapeutics. Each issue includes articles on new drugs, comparative reviews of drugs in a given therapeutic class, updates on drug safety, and articles on therapeutic strategies. The journal also publishes a monthly drug bulletin that provides brief summaries of recent drug news and safety alerts.
Editorial Policy[edit | edit source]
Prescrire's editorial policy is based on a rigorous, evidence-based approach. The journal does not accept advertising, sponsorship, or any other form of financial support from the pharmaceutical industry. All articles are peer-reviewed and the journal's editorial team is composed of healthcare professionals who work on a voluntary basis.
Recognition[edit | edit source]
Prescrire has received several awards for its commitment to transparency and independence. In 2008, the journal received the Health Information Award from the British Medical Association. In 2010, it received the Prescrire Award for its work on drug safety.
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