Privacy Policy
Website Disclaimer
Website Terms of Use
Thank you for visiting the Blue Ridge Community Health Services website.
The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only. All health information posted on this site is based on national standards, and have been written, reviewed or approved by Blue Ridge Community Health Services physicians or health professionals unless otherwise stated.
The information provided on www.brchs.com is designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between patient (site visitor) and his/her physician. While we strive to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.
By accessing, browsing and/or using this website or other digital content in this site, you accept the following terms of use without any limitations.
MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
If this is a medical emergency, please dial 9-1-1 for immediate medical attention. Do not rely on electronic communications or this website for assistance with urgent medical needs or to communicate patient information. No patient information of any nature should be communicated through this website – patient communication is reserved for the Secured Patient Portal. This website is not designed to help communicate or respond to medical emergencies. Blue Ridge Community Health Services cannot guarantee any response to a medical emergency or patient information communication if done so through this website.
Medical Advice
All health and health-related information contained within the pages of this website, representing Blue Ridge Community Health Services is intended to be general in nature and should not be substituted for an actual medical visit with a health care professional, nor should it be construed as such. Therefore, absolutely no information contained within this website may be considered medical advice, as it can be wrongfully misinterpreted or completely irrelevant to each individual’s situation. Blue Ridge Community Health Services assumes absolutely no responsibility for how you use information obtained from this website, and further, suggests that you consult your primary care provider before making any decisions regarding your personal health care or that of your family’s.
Consent
You agree that your use of the Blue Ridge Community Health Services website and any uses of any services or materials are subject to your agreement with the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You agree that you will not violate any local, state, federal or international laws in using this website or accessing any material on this website.
Site Access
Blue Ridge Community Health Services reserves the right to prohibit, restrict or discontinue your access to certain pages within the website if you violate any terms of this agreement. Blue Ridge Community Health Services may modify these Terms of Use at any time without notice, with updates considered effectively immediately upon posting. To remain in compliance, Blue Ridge Community Health Services recommends that visitors review the Terms of Use, Copyright, and other website policies regularly.
Confidentiality
Most information transmitted over the Internet is not secure; thus, Blue Ridge Community Health Services does not guarantee the confidentiality of users of this site.
Acceptable Use
Blue Ridge Community Health Services hereby grants users of this website a nonexclusive license to use this website solely for your personal, non-commercial use. Any unlawful use of this website, or use inconsistent with the terms and conditions outlined, is prohibited and will result in a termination of said license.
Accessibility
Blue Ridge Community Health Services is committed to ensuring this website and all materials contained within are accessible to all individuals with disabilities. In developing this website we have utilized the guidelines found within the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to ensure accessibility for all.
If you experience any difficulty accessing the information contained within this website, or if you have any other questions regarding the information, please contact us via email.
Governing Law
You agree that any claim or dispute relating to the Blue Ridge Community Health Services website or your use/reliance on this website shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina without regard to its conflict of laws provisions. The visitors of this site agree to be bound and shall be subject to the exclusive jurisidiction of the local, state, or federal courts of North Carolina.
User Name & Password
In the event the Blue Ridge Community Health Services website provides you with access to any service requiring a User Name and Password, you are solely responsible for keeping your User Name and Password strictly confidential.
Children
Blue Ridge Community Health Services does not knowingly or intentionally collect personal information from anyone under 18 years of age. The content of our website is directed to adults, and therefore is intended for use only by adults over the age of 18 years. If you are under the age of 18, please ask a parent or guardian for help in using this website.
Inbound Links
You may not establish a link to the Blue Ridge Community Health Services website without the express written consent of the Marketing Office of Blue Ridge Community Health Services.
Links to External Sites & Services
You acknowledge and agree that some pages of this website may be linked to other sites that have different terms of use. Blue Ridge Community Health Services does not own, control, manage, supervise, direct or have any other involvement in the content of third party sites, and therefore is not responsible for the contents of any third party website, any link contained in a linked website or any changes or updates to such websites. We encourage you to read the privacy statements of each and every website that requests personal information from you.
Ownership
All pages within this website, including all materials available for download, are the sole property of Blue Ridge Community Health Services and/or its affiliates. The content of this website is provided to you as a matter of public notice for your convenience and for your informational purposes only.
Copyright
The contents of this website are copyrighted and may not be distributed, modified, reproduced, or used without written prior consent of Blue Ridge Community Health Services, in whole or in part. Downloading or printing information from this website for your information, personal and/or non-commercial use is permitted as long as all copyright or proprietary information remains intact.
Privacy
For more information on privacy practices, please read our Notice of Privacy Practices to fully understand how any Protected Health Information (PHI as defined in the Notice of Privacy Practices HIPAA), will be treated at Blue Ridge Community Health Services.
Liability
In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including, without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website.
Every effort is made to keep the website up and running smoothly. However, Blue Ridge Community Health Services takes no responsibility for, and will not be liable for, the website being temporarily unavailable due to technical issues beyond our control.
While information and content contained within this website is written, reviewed or approved by healthcare professionals, Blue Ridge Community Health Services does not guarantee the accuracy, adequacy, or completeness of any information and is not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for the results obtained from the use of such information.
As a visitor of this website, you acknowledge and agree that Blue Ridge Community Health Services cannot and does not guarantee against viruses, worms or other unauthorized users or hackers attempting to obtain access to this website or information contained therein, or transmitted to and from this website.
Blue Ridge Community Health Services reserves the right to temporarily or permanently suspend this website, any page or functionality within this website, at any time without notice.