Last updated: February 11, 2026

1. Acceptance of terms

Welcome to Weekly Health (“we,” “our,” “us”). By accessing or using weeklyhealth.org (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree to all of these Terms, please do not use the Website. Your continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of these Terms, as well as any modifications we may make from time to time.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and contributors. Additional terms may apply to specific features or services, but they will be clearly disclosed.

2. Use of content & intellectual property

All text, graphics, images, research summaries, design elements, and other materials published on weeklyhealth.org (collectively, “Content”) are the exclusive property of Weekly Health or our licensors, unless otherwise credited. Content is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

2.1 Permitted use

You may access and view Content for personal, non-commercial, informational purposes only. You may download or print a single copy of reasonable portions of Content for your personal use, provided you retain all copyright and proprietary notices.

2.2 Prohibited use

You may NOT:

• Republish, redistribute, sell, rent, or license any Content without explicit written permission.
• Modify, adapt, or create derivative works based on our Content.
• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) to access or extract data from the Website.
• Frame or mirror the Website on any other platform.
• Use our name, logo, or trademarks without prior written consent.

For reprint or licensing requests, please contact us at the email below.

3. User conduct & acceptable use

You agree to use weeklyhealth.org only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict or inhibit anyone else’s use and enjoyment of the Website. Prohibited behavior includes:

• Harassing, threatening, or abusing other users or our team.
• Uploading or transmitting viruses, malware, or malicious code.
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems or user data.
• Impersonating any person or entity, or falsely stating affiliation.
• Interfering with the proper functioning of the Website.

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict access to any user who violates these provisions.

4. Third-party links & services

Weekly Health may contain links to external websites, including the “Hospital near me” Google Maps search feature, academic journals, government health agencies, and other resources. These links are provided for your convenience only. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party website. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their respective terms.

The “Hospital near me” search redirects to Google Maps. By using this feature, you acknowledge that Google’s terms of service and privacy policy apply to that interaction.

5. Medical & legal disclaimers

We do not guarantee that our Content is error-free, complete, or current. Health research evolves rapidly; some information may become outdated. Your reliance on any Content is solely at your own risk.

6. Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Weekly Health, its operators, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages;
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, goodwill, or business interruption;
• Damages arising from your access to, use of, or inability to access or use the Website;
• Conduct or content of any third party on or related to the Website;
• Unauthorized access, alteration, or loss of your transmissions or data.

This limitation applies whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if we were advised of the possibility of such damage.

7. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Weekly Health, its team members, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to: (a) your use or misuse of the Website; (b) your violation of these Terms; (c) your infringement of any third-party intellectual property or other right.

8. Modifications to terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page, with the “Last updated” date revised. Your continued use of weeklyhealth.org after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

9. Governing law & dispute resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Country/State], without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in [Your Jurisdiction]. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

10. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

11. Entire agreement

These Terms, together with our Disclaimer and Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Weekly Health regarding your use of the Website, superseding any prior agreements.

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📮 Contact information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Response time: We aim to reply within 1–2 business days. For urgent legal matters, please include “LEGAL” in your subject line.

You may also send formal correspondence to:

Weekly Health – Attn: Legal
PO Box 894, Health District
[City, State, ZIP]

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