1. Introduction
Welcome to The Daily Vial ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting the privacy of our visitors ("you"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
By using this website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please do not access the site.
2. A Special Note on Health Information
This website is for educational and informational purposes only. As a medical doctor, I am providing general health information, not medical advice. We are not a healthcare provider, and this website does not create a doctor-patient relationship.
DO NOT submit any personal health information (PHI), specific lab results, medical history, or other sensitive health data through our comments section or contact forms. We cannot guarantee the security of such information shared in this manner and are not responsible for any sensitive data you choose to disclose.
3. Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a few ways:
A. Information You Provide to Us
- Comments: When you leave a comment, we collect your name, email address, and website (optional), as well as the comment text.
- Contact Form: When you contact us, we collect your name and email address so we can respond to your inquiry.
- Newsletter: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address.
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you access the site, we may automatically collect non-personal information, such as:
- Log Files: Your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited.
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience, such as remembering your preferences and for analytics.
- Analytics Data: We use third-party services like Google Analytics to understand how visitors engage with our site. This data is aggregated and anonymized.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate and maintain the blog.
- Respond to your comments and inquiries.
- Send you our newsletter, if you have opted-in.
- Analyze website traffic to improve our content and user experience.
- Prevent spam and protect the security of the website.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies are small data files stored on your browser. We use them to:
- Remember your preferences.
- Gather analytical data on site usage.
- Serve relevant advertisements (if applicable).
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the site.
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information with third parties who perform services for us, under the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With third parties that provide services like website hosting, email delivery, and anti-spam.
- Analytics: With analytics providers like Google Analytics to help us understand site usage.
- Legal Requirements: If required by law, subpoena, or other legal process.
7. Your Data Rights
You have certain rights regarding your personal data. Depending on your location (e.g., Europe under GDPR or California under CCPA/CPRA), these rights may include:
- Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): You can request that we delete your personal data (e.g., your comments).
- Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of our newsletter at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link.
8. Children's Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the European Union). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.
9. Data Security
We use standard technical and administrative security measures (like SSL) to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
10. Links to Other Websites
Our blog may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us