General Guidelines:

• Op-eds should be a minimum of 600 words and a maximum of 900 words.

• We consider finished drafts only, not idea pitches.

• All submissions should your name, email, credentials, and any relevant qualifications to write on the particular subject.

• If you don’t hear back from us within five business days, we have decided to pass on publishing your op-ed.

• We don’t pay for op-eds.

We are looking for:

• Well researched commentary and passionate opinions on issues revolving health literacy

• Personal stories that harness a sense of community

• Well-written essays, that spark a sense of purpose for readers

• Well-reasoned analysis. If incorporating data/statistics, having credible sources