Vancouver (ICMJE) - Newspaper Articles

Free Vancouver Newspaper Citation Generator

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Vancouver Newspaper Citation Format

Print Newspaper:

#. Author(s). Article title. Newspaper Name. Year Mon DD;Section:page(s).

Online Newspaper:

#. Author(s). Article title. Newspaper [Internet]. Year Mon DD [cited YYYY Mon DD]. Available from: URL

Vancouver Newspaper Citation Examples

Print Newspaper Article

1. Grady D. New approach to cancer treatment shows early promise. New York Times. 2024 Mar 15;Sect. A:12.

In-text: (1)

Online Newspaper Article

2. Gallagher J. COVID vaccine breakthrough for older adults. BBC News [Internet]. 2024 Feb 20 [cited 2024 Mar 1]. Available from: https://www.bbc.com/news/health-12345

In-text: (2)

Editorial (No Author)

3. Rethinking antibiotic prescribing in primary care [Editorial]. The Lancet. 2024 Jan 10;403(10421):1.

In-text: (3)

Health News Column

4. Kolata G. The promise and perils of AI in medicine. Washington Post [Internet]. 2024 Mar 5 [cited 2024 Mar 10]. Available from: https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/ai-medicine

In-text: (4)

Examples formatted in Vancouver style

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cite a newspaper article in Vancouver format?

Use the format: Author(s). Article title. Newspaper Name. Year Mon DD;Section:page(s). Example: 1. Smith J. New cancer treatment shows promise. The Guardian. 2024 Mar 15;Sect. A:3.

How do I cite an online newspaper article in Vancouver?

Add "[Internet]" after the newspaper name, include the publication date, access date, and URL. Example: 1. Johnson M. WHO warns of new pandemic risks. BBC News [Internet]. 2024 Feb 20 [cited 2024 Mar 1]. Available from: URL

Do I need page numbers for Vancouver newspaper citations?

Include page numbers for print newspaper articles (e.g., Sect. A:3). For online articles, use the URL instead. If the article spans multiple pages, list the range (e.g., p. 1, 4-5).

How do I cite a newspaper editorial in Vancouver style?

If no author is listed, start with the article title. Add "Editorial" in square brackets after the title. Example: 1. Rethinking drug policy [Editorial]. The Lancet. 2024 Jan 10;403(10421):1.

Can I cite newspaper articles in medical papers?

Yes, but use them sparingly. Newspaper articles are appropriate for background context, public health discussions, or media coverage of medical research. Always prefer peer-reviewed sources for clinical claims.