• Word limit: 1200
• Reference limit: 12
• Reference style: Vancouver

Editorials are usually commissioned. Editorials on specialist topics should be written with a general audience in mind.

The basis and strength of evidence for key statements must be clear. For example: 

• based on well-designed randomised controlled trials, meta-analysis or systematic reviews
• based on well-designed cohort or case-control studies
• based on uncontrolled studies or consensus.

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Before you submit your editorial, please read how to submit.

The journal does not hold itself responsible for statements made by any of its contributors. Statements or opinions expressed in the journal reflect the views of the author(s) and do not reflect official policy of the New Zealand Medical Association, unless stated as such.