About PIF TICK
The PIF TICK is the only quality mark for trusted health information
When you see the PIF TICK on leaflets, websites, apps or videos it shows an organisation’s health information production process has been independently assessed. Members must show they meet 10 key steps to gain accreditation. The Patient Information Forum (PIF) runs the scheme.
Why it is important
With so much health information out there, it can be hard to know what to trust. The PIF TICK is a sign of health information you can trust.
People wanted a simple and easy way to recognise information which is:
To display a TICK, members must show their health information production process is robust. It must meet 10 key steps. This helps you know the information can be trusted. Find out more about the steps and how they are assessed here.
Having access to trustworthy health information helps you:
View our guide on finding trusted health information here. We also offer guides on spotting false information, understanding evidence, patient data and BMI.
Trusted Information Creator – becoming a PIF TICK accredited
Dr Sophie GP shares why she creates health information and her key learning points from the Individual PIF TICK assessment.
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Find out what it means for an organisation to become a member.
Read about who we are and our vision for healthcare information.
Latest news, updates and resources from PIF TICK members.
Patients tell us why health information they can trust matters.
PIF TICK members tell us why they joined the scheme, why a quality mark matters and how they create their health information.
Top tips and guides to finding trusted health information.
