Reviewer Resources
Reference tools to support high quality peer review for JWRH.
Core Review Resources
- Reviewer Guidelines outlining expectations and review structure.
- Reporting standards for clinical and observational studies (CONSORT, PRISMA, STROBE).
- COPE guidance for ethical concerns and conflicts of interest.
Quality Checks
- Confirm that methods and statistics are described clearly.
- Check for ethics approvals and consent statements.
- Assess clarity of data availability and reproducibility.
Recommended Review Structure
- Brief summary of the manuscript and its clinical contribution.
- Major concerns affecting validity or interpretation.
- Minor comments focused on clarity and formatting.
Confidentiality and Ethics
Reviewers must not share manuscripts or use unpublished data for personal research. Ethical concerns should be raised privately with the editorial office.
Training and Updates
JWRH provides updates when policies change and can share quick reference sheets on reporting guidelines or data availability expectations. Resources are refreshed regularly.
Data and Statistics Checks
- Verify that key outcomes align with tables and figures.
- Check that statistical tests are appropriate and reported clearly.
- Ensure data availability statements match the methods section.
Reviewer Support
Need a template or clarification? The editorial office can provide structured review templates and guidance for complex submissions.
Contact: [email protected] for reviewer support or resource requests.
