Terms & Conditions
These Terms & Conditions explain the rules for using this website. By accessing or browsing the website, you agree to these Terms.
If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use the website.
Purpose of the Website
This website provides educational content about hantavirus, possible symptoms, exposure risks, prevention, testing awareness, maps, news updates, and related public health topics.
The website is designed for general information only. It is not a medical clinic, diagnostic service, emergency platform, public health authority, or substitute for professional healthcare.
No Medical Advice
All content on this website is provided for informational and educational purposes only.
The content should not be used to:
- diagnose hantavirus or any other illness;
- replace consultation with a doctor;
- delay urgent medical care;
- choose or avoid treatment;
- interpret test results without a healthcare professional;
- manage a medical emergency.
If you have fever, breathing problems, chest tightness, severe weakness, worsening illness, or symptoms after possible rodent exposure, seek medical advice immediately.
Emergency Disclaimer
This website does not provide emergency support. Messages sent through the website may not be monitored in real time.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call your local emergency number or go to the nearest emergency medical facility.
Accuracy of Content
We aim to keep information clear, useful, and responsible. However, medical knowledge, public health guidance, outbreak data, and regional risk information can change.
We do not guarantee that all content is always complete, current, accurate, or free from errors. You should confirm important health information with qualified healthcare providers or official public health authorities.
User Responsibility
By using this website, you agree to use the information responsibly.
You agree not to:
- treat the website as personal medical advice;
- rely on the website during an emergency;
- misuse the content for misleading claims;
- copy or republish large parts of the website without permission;
- attempt to hack, damage, overload, or disrupt the website;
- use bots, scraping tools, or automated systems without permission;
- upload or send harmful code, spam, or unlawful content;
- violate any applicable laws while using the website.
Content Ownership
Unless stated otherwise, all text, design, layout, graphics, images, page structure, and other website materials are owned by the website or used with permission.
You may use the website for personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes. You may share links to our pages.
You may not reproduce, sell, modify, publish, scrape, or redistribute website content without written permission, except where allowed by applicable law.
External Links
The website may include links to external websites, including public health resources, medical references, news pages, advertisers, sponsors, or affiliate partners.
External links are provided for convenience and information. We do not control third-party websites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, terms, products, services, or accuracy.
You access third-party websites at your own risk.
Advertising and Affiliate Content
This website may display advertisements, sponsored content, or affiliate links. If you click certain links or interact with third-party offers, we may receive compensation.
Sponsored or affiliate content should not be understood as medical advice or endorsement of a healthcare decision. Third-party offers, platforms, and services are controlled by their own operators.
You should review all terms and policies before using any external service.
Interactive Tools and Quizzes
The website may include interactive elements such as quizzes, risk-awareness blocks, checklists, calculators, or educational prompts.
These tools are for general awareness only. They do not diagnose infection, measure your exact medical risk, replace testing, or provide professional healthcare advice.
Any result shown by an interactive tool should be treated as educational content, not as a medical conclusion.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent allowed by law, the website and its operators are not responsible for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages resulting from your use of the website.
This includes, but is not limited to:
- reliance on website content;
- delay in seeking medical care;
- incorrect interpretation of information;
- use of third-party websites;
- website downtime or technical issues;
- data loss or security incidents;
- errors, omissions, or outdated information.
Nothing in these Terms is intended to exclude liability that cannot legally be excluded.
No Guarantees
The website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.
We do not guarantee that:
- the website will always be available;
- the content will always be updated immediately;
- the website will be error-free;
- external links will remain active;
- interactive tools will be suitable for every user;
- the website will be free from viruses or harmful components.
You use the website at your own discretion.
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the website and its operators from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from your use of the website, your violation of these Terms, or your misuse of the content.
Privacy
Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it to understand how information may be collected, used, and protected.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms & Conditions at any time. When changes are made, the “Last updated” date will be changed.
Your continued use of the website after updated Terms are posted means you accept the revised version.
Termination of Access
We may restrict, suspend, or block access to the website if we believe a user has violated these Terms, attempted to damage the website, or engaged in unlawful or harmful behavior.
Governing Law
These Terms are intended to apply to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. If any section is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining sections will continue to apply.
Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us through the contact form or contact details available on the website.