Legal Notice

Please read this Legal Notice carefully before using this website.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with this Legal Notice and the applicable terms and conditions. If you do not agree with any part of this Legal Notice, you should not use this website. The content of this website is provided for lawful, informational, educational, and awareness purposes only.

About this Website

This website is operated by UAE Genetic Diseases Association (UAEGDA). The website provides information about UAEGDA’s initiatives, awareness campaigns, events, educational resources, research-related activities, community programs, and other related services.

The information provided on this website is intended for general awareness and educational purposes. It should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, genetic counselling, or treatment.

If you have a medical condition, genetic concern, or health-related question, you should consult a qualified physician, licensed healthcare professional, or certified genetic counsellor.

Copyright

Unless otherwise stated, all content displayed on this website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, icons, videos, audio, documents, downloadable materials, page layouts, and design elements, is the property of UAE Genetic Diseases Association (UAEGDA) or is used with permission from the relevant rights holders.

You may download or print materials from this website for personal, educational, and non-commercial use only, provided that all copyright, trademark, and proprietary notices remain intact.

You may not copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, transmit, distribute, modify, sell, license, or use any content from this website for public, commercial, or promotional purposes without prior written permission from UAE Genetic Diseases Association (UAEGDA).

Trademarks

The names, trademarks, logos, and visual identity elements displayed on this website are the property of UAE Genetic Diseases Association (UAEGDA) or their respective owners.

Nothing on this website shall be interpreted as granting, by implication or otherwise, any license or right to use any trademark, logo, name, or brand identity displayed on this website without prior written permission from UAE Genetic Diseases Association (UAEGDA) or the relevant trademark owner.

Medical and Genetic Information Disclaimer

The content on this website may include information related to genetics, genetic disorders, public health, disease awareness, prevention, lifestyle, scientific developments, and healthcare initiatives. This information is provided for general awareness and educational purposes only.

The content does not constitute medical advice, clinical advice, genetic counselling, diagnosis, treatment recommendation, or emergency guidance. UAEGDA does not guarantee that the information on this website is complete, current, or applicable to your personal medical situation.

You should not ignore professional medical advice, delay seeking medical care, or make healthcare decisions based only on information found on this website. In case of a medical emergency, please contact the relevant emergency services immediately.

Restriction of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, UAE Genetic Diseases Association (UAEGDA) shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or other damages arising from or related to:

accessing or using this website;

relying on any content published on this website;

errors, inaccuracies, omissions, or delays in the content;

temporary unavailability of the website;

use of downloadable materials;

links to external websites; or

any action taken based on information provided through this website.

Users access and use this website at their own risk.

Submissions

Any remarks, suggestions, ideas, feedback, graphics, documents, or other information submitted to UAE Genetic Diseases Association (UAEGDA) through this website shall be considered non-confidential unless otherwise clearly agreed in writing.

By submitting such information, you grant UAEGDA the right to review, use, reproduce, publish, adapt, or respond to the submission for legitimate organizational, administrative, educational, awareness, or communication purposes, subject to applicable laws.

Please do not submit sensitive personal information, medical records, genetic test results, or confidential health information through this website unless you are specifically requested to do so through an approved and secure channel.

Any personal information submitted through this website will be handled in accordance with applicable UAE data protection laws and UAEGDA’s Privacy Policy.

Website Content and Disclaimer of Warranties

The materials on this website are provided “as is” and “as available.” While UAEGDA aims to provide accurate and reliable information, the website may contain technical inaccuracies, typographical errors, outdated information, or incomplete content.

UAEGDA may update, revise, remove, or improve website content at any time without prior notice.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, UAEGDA makes no warranties or representations, whether express or implied, regarding:

the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of the website content;

the uninterrupted or error-free operation of the website;

the correction of defects;

the security of the website; or

the absence of viruses, malware, Trojan horses, or other harmful components.

Users are responsible for taking appropriate precautions to protect their devices, systems, and data.

External Links and Downloadable Materials

This website may contain links to third-party websites, external platforms, downloadable files, publications, or resources. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only.

UAEGDA does not control, endorse, guarantee, or accept responsibility for the content, privacy practices, security, accuracy, or availability of any external website, platform, or resource.

Downloading files or accessing third-party websites is done at the user’s own risk. UAEGDA does not guarantee that downloadable materials or external resources are free from viruses, malware, or harmful code.

User Conduct

Users must not use this website for any unlawful, harmful, misleading, abusive, defamatory, fraudulent, or unauthorized purpose.

Users must not attempt to interfere with the operation, security, integrity, or availability of this website, including by attempting unauthorized access, introducing malicious code, scraping content without permission, or disrupting website services.

Possible evidence of unlawful use of this website may be reported to the relevant authorities.

Privacy and Personal Data

Any personal information submitted through this website is provided voluntarily by the user.

UAEGDA respects the privacy of website users and aims to handle personal data in accordance with applicable UAE data protection requirements. For more information about how personal data is collected, used, stored, or protected, please refer to UAEGDA’s Privacy Policy.

If this website collects personal information through forms, registrations, newsletters, event sign-ups, or contact requests, users should ensure that the information provided is accurate and submitted with proper authorization.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless UAE Genetic Diseases Association (UAEGDA), its officers, directors, employees, representatives, partners, affiliates, licensors, service providers, and authorized users from and against any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or related to:

your use of this website;

your breach of this Legal Notice;

your misuse of website content;

your violation of applicable laws; or

your infringement of any third-party rights.

UAEGDA reserves the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification.

Governing Law

This Legal Notice shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the applicable laws of the United Arab Emirates and, where applicable, the laws and regulations of the Emirate of Dubai.

Any dispute arising from or related to the use of this website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts in the United Arab Emirates, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

Changes to this Legal Notice

UAEGDA may revise or update this Legal Notice at any time by posting the updated version on this website. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically.

Continued use of this website after changes are posted will be considered acceptance of the updated Legal Notice.

Contact Information

For questions regarding this Legal Notice, website content, permissions, or intellectual property matters, please contact:

UAE Genetic Diseases Association (UAEGDA)
Address: Wafi Mall, Level 1, Unit No. 541 – Dubai
Email: info@uaegda.ae
Phone:04 344 4476