At Vitalheadline, we are dedicated to providing accurate information across all our content. We employ various strategies to ensure reliability, including investigating claims with skepticism, questioning assumptions, and challenging conventional wisdom.
b) Achieving Due Accuracy
We are committed to achieving the necessary accuracy in all our output. This commitment is central to our reputation and the trust of our audience. By “due accuracy,” we mean that the information provided must be appropriate and sufficient for the subject matter, clearly noting any limitations that may affect expectations.
c) Well-Sourced, Evidence-Based Content
All of our content, as relevant to its nature, must be well-sourced, based on available evidence, and corroborated. We make it a point to be transparent about what we don’t know and avoid speculative or unsupported claims.
d) No Plagiarism or Distortion
Our journalists are committed to not plagiarizing or deliberately distorting facts, context, or visual content.
e) Independent Verification
We seek independent verification of claims, especially those made by public officials or individuals with an agenda beyond simply reporting the truth. Claims, allegations, and other content that cannot be substantiated are properly attributed.
f) Corrections and Accountability
Vitalheadline stands by the accuracy of the information we publish. If an error is identified, we will correct the story as quickly as possible. We do not intentionally mislead our audience or present fabricated information that could undermine trust. Any serious factual errors will be acknowledged and corrected promptly, clearly, and appropriately.
g) Reporting Inaccuracies
We provide an opportunity for readers to report any inaccuracies via the “Suggest A Correction” section at the end of each article.
h) Editorial Review Process
Our journalists are responsible for researching, writing, and fact-checking articles. Each story undergoes review by one or more editors. Vitalheadline has a multi-tiered fact-checking process, with editorial oversight varying depending on the complexity, sensitivity, and urgency of the story.
Correction Policy
At Vitalheadline, we strive for accuracy, but we acknowledge that mistakes can happen. If an error occurs, we take responsibility for correcting it and maintain full transparency to prevent the spread of incorrect information.
Here’s how we handle corrections:
For Readers:
If you spot an error, please contact our Editor-in-Chief, Emilee Wentland, immediately via email, phone, or mail.
- Email: vitalheadline6@gmail.com
- Subject: Correction Needed
Note: Corrections will only be processed when submitted directly to the Editor-in-Chief. Submissions to other team members may not receive timely attention.
When submitting a correction, please include the following details:
- The correction itself
- The issue date or article number
- The location of the error (online, print, etc.)
- Your name and contact information
- The correct information and source, if applicable (e.g., meeting minutes for an incorrect vote tally)
You can expect a response from the Editor-in-Chief, who may contact you further if more information is needed. Please note that submitting a correction request does not guarantee a change will be made, but the error will be investigated.
For Vitalheadline:
Once the Editor-in-Chief is notified of an error, they will investigate it using the information provided by the reader, reporter’s notes, and other available sources.
If the error is confirmed, we will issue a correction in all formats where the incorrect information was shared:
- Print: Corrections will appear on page 2A in the next published issue. The correction will include details of the original error and the correction.
- Online (Vitalheadline.com): The article will be updated, and an editor’s note will be added to the bottom, explaining what was wrong and when the correction was made.
- Social Media: If the article was shared on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, or others, we will post a link to the corrected article, noting the change.
Once the correction is made, the Editor-in-Chief will notify the reader who submitted the correction to explain the steps taken to resolve the error.