Terms and Conditions
Last updated: October 3, 2024
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1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using Thriving Beyond Diagnosis ("Website"), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Website. We may update these Terms from time to time, and it is your responsibility to review them regularly.
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2. Website Purpose and Content
Thriving Beyond Diagnosis is a blogging platform designed to provide information about various illnesses, share resources, and offer linked personal stories to inspire hope in individuals facing illness. The content provided on this Website is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional for medical advice or treatment.
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3. User Obligations
By using our Website, you agree to the following:
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You must be at least 18 years of age or have the consent of a legal guardian to use our services.
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You will not use the Website for any unlawful or prohibited purpose, including but not limited to engaging in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the Website.
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You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when subscribing to our blog or contacting us.
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You will respect the intellectual property rights of others and must not upload or share any content that violates the copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights of third parties.
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4. Blogger Responsibility and Liability for Copyright Compliance
Bloggers who contribute content to Thriving Beyond Diagnosis are responsible for ensuring that their content adheres to all relevant copyright laws.
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Training on Public Domain and Copyright Laws: All bloggers contributing to our Website have been trained to use materials that fall within the public domain or those that do not infringe on copyright protections. Bloggers are instructed to verify the status of all content they use to ensure it is free from copyright restrictions unless otherwise permitted by fair use laws or the material is sufficiently transformative.
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Copyright-Inspired Work and Fair Use for Educational Purposes: Bloggers may use certain copyrighted materials as inspiration or for educational purposes, provided the use is in compliance with fair use guidelines. Educational use may include the use of small portions of copyrighted material to inform, educate, or instruct readers. Bloggers are required to properly attribute all third-party content used in their work with clear citations to ensure that their use does not violate copyright laws.
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Liability for Copyright Infringement: Although Thriving Beyond Diagnosis provides training and guidance to prevent copyright infringement, bloggers remain fully liable for any legal consequences resulting from the improper use of copyrighted material. If any content uploaded by a blogger results in a lawsuit or legal claim, the individual blogger who posted the content will be solely responsible for any damages or penalties. Thriving Beyond Diagnosis will not be held liable for any legal action taken against individual bloggers. Each blogger agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Thriving Beyond Diagnosis for any claims arising out of their content submissions.
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5. Intellectual Property Rights
All content available on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and other materials, is the property of Thriving Beyond Diagnosis or its content suppliers and is protected by intellectual property laws, including copyright, trademark, and other proprietary rights. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or publicly display any content from this Website without prior written consent from the copyright holder.
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6. Third-Party Links and Resources
Our Website contains links to third-party websites and resources for convenience and informational purposes. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites. Any interactions you have with third-party websites are governed by their terms and policies, and we are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of these sites.
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7. User-Generated Content and DMCA Compliance
We do not permit or condone the posting of copyrighted material without permission. If you believe that any content on our Website violates your copyright, you may file a Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) notice by contacting us at [Your Contact Information]. Please include:
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A description of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed.
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The location of the infringing material (URL or specific details).
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Your contact information (name, address, email).
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A statement of good faith belief that the use of the material is unauthorized.
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A statement that the information provided is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on their behalf.
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We will respond to all valid DMCA notices and remove the infringing content as required by law. Bloggers found to have repeatedly infringed on copyrights may have their accounts suspended or terminated.
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8. Disclaimer of Warranties
We make no warranties or representations about the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information provided on this Website. Your use of the Website is at your own risk. The Website and all content are provided "as is" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
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We do not warrant that the Website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
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9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Thriving Beyond Diagnosis and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Website or any linked third-party sites.
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We are not responsible for any decisions or actions you take based on the information provided on the Website, nor are we liable for any damages resulting from reliance on any content available through our platform.
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10. Subscription Services
By subscribing to our blog, you agree to receive periodic email updates from Thriving Beyond Diagnosis. You can unsubscribe at any time by following the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of our emails. We will not share or sell your personal information to third parties without your explicit consent, in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
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11. User Conduct and Prohibited Activities
You agree not to engage in any of the following activities while using our Website:
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Harassment or Abuse: Posting or transmitting content that is offensive, threatening, defamatory, or harmful.
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Unauthorized Access: Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of our Website or any systems or networks related to the Website.
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Spamming or Phishing: Using the Website to send unsolicited messages or attempt to collect personal information from users without their consent.
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12. Termination of Use
We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to the Website at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users of the Website. We also reserve the right to terminate your subscription and delete your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and any disputes arising from your use of the Website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction]. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [Your Jurisdiction] for the resolution of any disputes.
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14. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration
If any disputes arise between you and Thriving Beyond Diagnosis regarding the use of the Website, both parties agree to attempt to resolve the matter informally. If informal resolution fails, the dispute will be settled through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association (or your jurisdiction’s equivalent). Arbitration will be conducted in [Your Jurisdiction] and will be confidential.
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15. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Thriving Beyond Diagnosis, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising from your use of the Website, violation of these Terms, or violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights.
Bloggers agree to indemnify and hold harmless Thriving Beyond Diagnosis from any claims, legal fees, or damages resulting from copyright infringement or misconduct related to their content submissions.
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16. Data Protection and Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our [Privacy Policy] for details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. By using our Website, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal data as outlined in our Privacy Policy, in compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations.
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17. Age Restrictions
You must be at least 18 years of age to access and use this Website. If you are under 18, you must have the consent of a parent or legal guardian to use the Website and agree to these Terms.
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18. Changes to the Terms and Conditions
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes will become effective upon posting the updated Terms on this page. Your continued use of the Website after any changes to the Terms will be considered acceptance of those changes.
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19. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms or need to contact us for any reason, please reach out to us at: