Terms of Use

Updated: September 25, 2024

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Introduction

Welcome to the California Blood Bank Society (CBBS) website. By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. Please read these terms carefully. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you should not use this website.

Intellectual Property and Copyright

All content on the CBBS website, including text, images, graphics, logos, and other materials, is the property of CBBS and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of any content from this website without the express written permission of CBBS is strictly prohibited.

You may download or print a single copy of materials from this website for your personal, non-commercial use only, provided that you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices contained in the original materials. Any other use of the content, including for commercial purposes, is prohibited without prior written consent from CBBS.

Prohibited Uses

In accessing and using our website, you agree not to:

  • Engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the functionality or security of the CBBS website.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website, other accounts, or any systems or networks connected to the website.
  • Use any automated means, such as bots or data mining tools, to access or extract data from the website.
  • Use the website for any unlawful or prohibited purposes, including but not limited to activities that infringe upon the rights of CBBS or others.

Member Conduct and Social Interactions

Our website includes a social component where members can post content, comment on existing content, and communicate directly with each other. While we encourage open and respectful dialogue, we ask all members to adhere to the following guidelines:

  • If discussing specific health care products or services, use generic names to the extent possible. If it is necessary to use trade names, use trade names from several companies when available, and not just the trade names from any single company.
  • If any discussion involving the exploration of new and evolving topics occurs, these areas will be clearly identified as such within the discussion.  No content will advocate or promote practices that are not, or not yet, adequately based on current science, evidence, and clinical reasoning.
  • Refrain from posting content that is political, offensive, or otherwise inappropriate.
  • Treat all members with respect and courtesy.
  • Do not engage in harassment, bullying, or any form of abusive behavior.
  • Avoid sharing content that infringes on the rights of others or violates any applicable laws.

CBBS reserves the right to monitor member interactions and content posted on the site. If a member violates these guidelines, CBBS may, at its sole discretion, remove the offending content and/or terminate the member’s access to the site without prior notice.

Use of Cookies

CBBS uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with our site, remember your preferences, and improve your browsing experience.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with our Cookie Policy. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The information provided on the CBBS website is for general informational purposes only. While we strive to keep the information accurate and up to date, we make no warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website.

Your use of the website is at your own risk. CBBS disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall CBBS or its affiliates be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the website or any content provided on or through the website.

Third-Party Links

The CBBS website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. These linked sites are not under the control of CBBS, and we are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of any linked site. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by CBBS of the site or its contents.

Changes to Terms of Use

CBBS reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the website after any changes to these terms will constitute your acceptance of such changes. We encourage you to review these terms periodically for any updates.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding related to these terms or your use of the website shall be brought exclusively in a state or federal court located in California.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Use, please contact us at:

California Blood Bank Society
2715 W. Kettleman Lane, Suite 203-367
Lodi, CA 95242
Phone: (209) 910-5934
Email: info@cbbsweb.org