Not having a medical disclaimer can expose you to complications such as:
Legal Liability
You may be legally accountable for negative outcomes or damages caused by the information or advice provided, resulting in potential lawsuits, financial loss, and reputational damage.
Misinterpretation of Information
Users may misinterpret the information on your website or in your content as professional medical advice leading to improper self-diagnosis, treatment, or reliance on inaccurate information, potentially resulting in harm to individuals.
Lack of Clarity
A medical disclaimer establishes clear boundaries between your information and professional medical advice, ensuring users understand its limitations and applicability to their specific circumstances.
Regulatory Compliance
In some jurisdictions, including a medical disclaimer is a legal requirement for healthcare professionals or those providing health-related information. Failing to comply with these regulations can result in penalties or legal consequences.
So, what is a Medical Disclaimer “Excerpt”?
The Terms of Use document contains the FULL Medical Disclaimer. In contrast, a Medical Disclaimer Excerpt should be at the forefront of any public-facing health-related content such as presentations (slides), programs, webinars, social media, etc. and linked to the Terms of Use Disclaimer Agreement.