Website Disclaimer

This is a Canadian website. Information published on this website is for information and educational purposes only. Its content is intended for Canadian residents only.

MEDICAL ADVICE

Information provided on this website does not constitute medical advice and should not be used for diagnosis. Due to unique individual needs and medical history, please consult your physician who will be able to determine the appropriateness of the information for your specific situation and will assist you in making any decisions regarding treatment and/or medication.

Somerset West Community Health Centre and/or its primary care providers shall not be liable for any damages, claims, liabilities, costs or obligations arising from the use or misuse of the material contained on this website, whether such obligations arise in contract, negligence, equity or statute law. We do not guarantee or warrant the quality, accuracy, completeness, timeliness, appropriateness or suitability of the information provided.

PRODUCTS, PROCESSES OR SERVICES

Reference to, or mention of, specific products, processes or services is not a recommendation or an endorsement by Somerset West Community Health Centre.

LINKS TO EXTERNAL SITES

Links to external websites are provided as a reference to assist you in identifying and locating other Internet resources that may be of interest. Please remember that Internet resources are no substitute for the advice of a qualified health care provider. We do not assume responsibility for the accuracy or appropriateness of the information contained in other sites, nor do we endorse the viewpoints expressed in other sites.

PRIVACY AND CLIENT RIGHTS

You can read our privacy and clients rights statement here.

Social Media Terms of Use

CHANNELS

Twitter: @SWCHC & @swchc_acb

YouTube: Somerset West CHC

Facebook: SomersetwestCHC

LinkedIn: Somerset West CHC

Instagram: @swchc_community & @somersetwest_acb

PURPOSE

SWCHC supports open dialogue and the open exchange of ideas and recognizes that social media is a tool for communication that can help build stronger ties with the community. SWCHC also works under an Anti-Racism, Anti-Oppression framework, and does not tolerate racism, prejudice or any form of discrimination.

COMMUNITY STANDARDS
SWCHC maintains a social media presence to increase support, access and awareness about our programs and services, and engage our community in advocacy initiatives.

SWCHC is committed to creating informative, welcoming, and safe spaces for our clients, staff, and communities. To this end, the following comments and/or behaviour are considered unacceptable and can be deleted without notice if/when they occur.

Offensive, profane, hateful, abusive, aggressive, pornographic, defamatory or discriminating language of any kind
Content that promotes, fosters, perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, creed, marital status, socio-economic status, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation
Content that encourages illegal activity
Impersonation or misrepresentation
Serious or unproven accusations
Spam

If someone engaging with our social media violates our terms of use, SWCHC may block or mute the user without notice. Violations may also be reported.

PRIVACY
In order to respect your privacy and the privacy of others, please do not post any content that includes personal information. Examples of personal information may include names, phone numbers, addresses, emails, or details about your personal health.

FOLLOWS AND LIKES

SWCHC may follow and like social media accounts from its partners, stakeholders or other relevant sources. Please note that being followed or liked by SWCHC does not imply endorsement of any kind.

AVAILABILITY

SWCHC updates and monitors its social media accounts during regular business hours. Comments from users outside of these times will be reviewed at the beginning of the next business day. Posts may happen outside regular business hours under extraordinary circumstances or if being populated by a scheduler.