Terms of Service for OOG, Inc.
Welcome to OOG, Inc.—a social networking platform designed to connect healthcare professionals, share medical knowledge, foster collaboration, and enable secure, professional interactions. By accessing or using OOG, Inc. ("Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). These Terms govern your access to and use of the Platform and any related services provided by OOG, Inc..
1. Acceptance of Terms: By using or accessing the Platform, you agree to comply with these Terms and all other applicable policies or guidelines that may be referenced herein. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not use the Platform.
2. Eligibility: To use the Platform, you must be:
A licensed healthcare professional or otherwise authorized by the Platform to use its services (subject to verification).
At least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction.
Capable of forming a binding contract under applicable law.
3. Account Registration: In order to use certain features of the Platform, you must create an account by providing accurate and complete information, including your professional credentials. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately if you become aware of any unauthorized access or use of your account. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that we believe may be in violation of these Terms.
4. Purpose of the Platform: OOG, Inc. is intended to be used for the following purposes:
Connecting healthcare professionals for the exchange of medical knowledge, research, and professional experiences.
Facilitating discussions on medical topics, treatments, and healthcare policies.
Sharing medical articles, and news
Engaging in secure, professional communication with colleagues or peers in the medical field.
Accessing verified and reliable medical content and resources.
Participating in online communities, groups, and forums tailored to specific specialties or interests.
5. Prohibited Use: You agree not to use the Platform to:
Post, share, or transmit any content that is unlawful, defamatory, harassing, fraudulent, or infringes upon the intellectual property rights of others.
Share any Protected Health Information (PHI) or patient data unless such information is appropriately encrypted and securely shared in compliance with HIPAA and other applicable privacy regulations.
Impersonate any person or entity, including other users or healthcare professionals.
Use the Platform for personal gain or for promoting products or services without appropriate authorization.
Engage in any activity that disrupts, interferes with, or harms the Platform or its users.
Use the Platform for any purpose that is illegal, unethical, or in violation of applicable law.
6. Content Ownership and License:
User Content: You retain ownership of the content you post, including articles, comments, images, videos, and other contributions ("User Content"). However, by posting content to the Platform, you grant OOG, Inc. a non-exclusive, royalty-free, transferable, sub-licensable, worldwide license to use, display, distribute, and promote your content for the purpose of operating and marketing the Platform.
Platform Content: All content provided by OOG, Inc., including articles, tools, features, designs, and user interface, is owned by OOG, Inc. or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws.
You agree not to use the Platform to upload, post, or share content that violates the intellectual property rights of others.
7. Privacy and Data Security:
Privacy Policy: Your use of the Platform is governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. You agree to the collection and use of data as described in the Privacy Policy.
HIPAA Compliance: As a medical professional network, the Platform may facilitate the sharing healthcare-related content. You are responsible for ensuring that any information you share complies with applicable privacy laws, including the secure sharing of PHI.
Security: We implement industry-standard measures to protect your data and communications on the Platform. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
8. Communication and Interaction: The Platform enables users to communicate with each other through posts, comments, direct messages, and group discussions. While we strive to maintain a professional, safe, and constructive environment, we are not responsible for the content shared by users. You are solely responsible for the content you post and share, and for any interactions you have with other users. We may take action to moderate, remove, or disable access to content that violates these Terms or our Community Guidelines.
9. Advertisements and Third-Party Content:
The Platform may display advertisements, promotions, or other third-party content. These advertisements are provided by third parties, and we do not control the content or claims made by these advertisers.
You may interact with third-party services or products through links or advertisements on the Platform, but we are not responsible for the content or practices of third-party websites.
10. Termination of Service: OOG, Inc. reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Platform at any time, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms. You may also deactivate your account at any time by following the deactivation process on the Platform. Upon termination of your account, these Terms will continue to apply with respect to any outstanding obligations or liabilities.
11. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability:
No Medical Advice: The content shared on the Platform is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider before making any medical decisions.
Platform Use: The Platform is provided "as is" and "as available." We make no representations or warranties regarding the availability, quality, or accuracy of the Platform, and disclaim all liability for any damages arising from its use.
Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, OOG, Inc. shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Platform, even if we were advised of the possibility of such damages.
12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution: These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Nevada, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes or claims arising from these Terms will be resolved through binding arbitration in Nevada, except where prohibited by law.
13. Modifications to the Terms: We may update or modify these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated "Last Updated" date. You should review these Terms regularly to stay informed about any changes. Your continued use of the Platform after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
14. Contact Information: If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms or the Platform, please contact us at: support@oog.health
Last Updated: Nov 14, 2024