Privacy Policy

Collection, use, disclosure and retention of personal information is subject to, and must comply with, the provisions of the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA).

The purpose of this privacy notice is to describe our practices regarding personal information use and collection. Please note that we do not disclose, give, sell or transfer any personal information about our website visitors unless required for law enforcement or otherwise provided for by law.

We reserve the right to update this policy at any time. Users are responsible for reviewing this document periodically for changes.

Cookies

"Cookies," are small amounts of information stored by your web browser software on your work station.

Cookies are designed to track browsing history on a website, generally for the convenience of the user. They help websites "remember" what areas of a website a browser has accessed or used previously. Cookies can, however, be misused and have become a privacy concern for some because they can be used to record and analyze an individual's broader browsing history.

The cookies we use on our websites and what we use them for are described below.

This site operates on "implied consent," which means that by visiting and clicking through the site, we assume you agree with this usage. If you do not agree, then you should not use our sites, or you can delete the cookies after visiting our sites, or use your browser's anonymous usage setting (called "Incognito" in Chrome, "In Private" in Internet Explorer, and "Private Browsing" in Firefox and Safari).

More information on cookies, what they are used for and how to delete cookies after visiting this site can be found at http://www.allaboutcookies.org/cookies/session-cookies-used-for.html.

It's important to know that cookies are plain text files and cannot execute files or make copies of themselves. They do not carry or deliver viruses and cannot scan or retrieve your personal information.

There are two types of cookies – Session and Persistent.

Session Cookies

Session cookie information is deleted as soon as you leave our websites. The use of temporary session cookies is solely for the purpose of allowing the user to interact with our websites in an effective manner.

Persistent Cookies

In a few cases our website may use persistent cookies to store information for longer periods than the current session.

Social Media Buttons

You might see "social media buttons" on our websites.

Social media buttons let visitors share or bookmark web pages and are often identifiable by the + sign with Share beside it. There may be buttons for: X, Facebook 'Like', LinkedIn 'Share', StumbleUpon, Digg and others.

In order to connect social buttons to the relevant external sites, there are scripts from those domains, which are outside of this site. Those sites could be collecting information about what you are doing all around the internet, including this site. To be certain what information those sites collect and how to opt out, check the respective policies of each site.

Analytics

This site uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service offered by Google that tracks and reports website traffic. We use this data to analyze activity on our website in order to improve the site content and functionality. We also use this data to create targeted social media awareness campaigns.

This data may be shared with other Google services as per Google's terms and conditions. Google may use the collected data to contextualize and personalize the ads of its own advertising network.

Web analytics and remarketing tools work by using cookies (small files stored on your computer’s web browser). You may refuse the use of cookies by selecting the appropriate settings on your browser.

You can opt out of having made your activity on the Service available to Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. The add-on prevents the Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js, analytics.js and dc.js) from sharing information with Google Analytics about visits activity.

For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Links to Other Websites

The Site may contain links to other sites. These links are provided as references to help you identify and locate other Internet resources that may be of interest. Other sites are independently developed and maintained. Therefore, we do not assume responsibility for the accuracy or appropriateness of the information contained at such sites.

In providing links to other sites, we are not acting as a publisher or disseminator of the material contained on these other sites and do not seek to control the content of, or maintain any type of editorial control over, such sites.

A link to another site should not be construed to mean that we are associated with or are legally authorized to use any trademark, trade name, logo or copyrighted symbol that may be reflected in the link or the description of the link to such other sites.

In addition, the mention of another party or its product or services on the site should not be construed as an endorsement of that party or its product or service.

The Quiz

The quiz on our website is powered by University of British Columbia Qualtrics. The survey information collected using this tool is stored in Toronto, Ontario and backed up in Montreal, Quebec. For more information on data security please feel free to review the UBC Qualitrics terms of use.

Terms of Use

By accessing and using this website, you agree to be bound by the terms of use, disclaimer and limitation of liability (“terms of use”) set out below. If you do not agree to be bound by any of these terms of use, immediately exit this website and do not access any other pages or complete the quiz. These terms of use may change from time to time without notice, and it is your responsibility to check for updates. By using this website, you are agreeing to be bound by the then-current version of these terms of use.

Information

Information on this website is provided for educational purposes only and is intended to offer only a general basis for individuals to discuss their medical conditions with their physicians. It does not constitute medical advice and is not intended to be a substitute for advice given by your physician or other qualified healthcare professional. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have. Never disregard medical advice or delay seeking medical advice because of something on this website. Information contained in this website or any websites to which a link is provided should be used only under the supervision of an appropriately qualified physician. Please consult with your physician before making any decision regarding treatment and/or medication. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

Any information created by us is believed to be reliable when posted. However, we do not guarantee or warrant the quality, accuracy, completeness, timeliness, appropriateness or suitability of the information provided. Reliance on any information appearing on the website is at your own risk. We expressly disclaim all warranties, representations and conditions regarding the use of the website or the information. We assume no obligation to update the information or advise on further developments concerning topics mentioned. The information is supplied “as is” and may contain errors. The information may be changed from time to time without notice. Certain portions of the information may have been contributed by other persons and should not be assumed to have been reviewed or endorsed by us. The mention of specific products or services on this website does not constitute or imply a recommendation or endorsement by us unless explicitly stated.

The PHSA or UBC and its content providers including without limitation the physicians, staff and students who contribute to the information on this website shall have no liability whether direct, indirect, consequential, contingent, special or incidental related to or arising out of or in connection with the use of this website or your reliance on the information, whether in an action of contract, negligence or other tortious action. Anyone using this information does so at his or her own risk, and by using such information agrees to indemnify the PHSA and UBC and its content providers from any and all liability, loss, injury, damages, costs and expenses (including legal fees and expenses) arising from such person’s use of the information on this website and any information on websites linked from this website.

Links

Any links we provide to other websites are provided as a reference to help you identify and locate other internet resources that may be of interest. These other websites were independently developed by other parties and we do not assume responsibility for the accuracy or appropriateness of the information contained at, or endorse the viewpoints expressed at, such other websites. Your use of any third-party website is at your own risk and is subject to the terms of use of such websites.

Choice of Law

The laws in effect in the Province of British Columbia shall govern this agreement and any dispute or claim based on your use of the website. You agree that any action or proceeding relating to this agreement or your use of the website shall only be brought by you in the courts of the Province of British Columbia. The website is intended for use by residents of British Columbia, Canada only.