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Medical Disclaimer

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Everything on Black Health is for general information and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Read the full disclaimer below.

What this site is, and what it is not

Black Health is a health information and education publisher. We are not a medical provider, and nothing on this site constitutes medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content (articles, guides, videos, newsletters, and directory listings) is provided for general information purposes only. It should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice from your own physician or other qualified healthcare provider.

Always talk to a healthcare professional

If you have questions about a medical condition, a medication, a test, a procedure, or a treatment option, consult a qualified healthcare professional. Do not delay seeking professional medical attention because of something you read on Black Health. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

Your Money or Your Life (YMYL) content

Health and medical topics are classified as YMYL content by search engines and content standards organizations because errors can materially harm readers. Black Health takes YMYL obligations seriously. Clinical articles are reviewed by credentialed clinicians before publication. The reviewer's name, credentials, and review date appear at the top of each reviewed article. Articles that have not yet been reviewed are labeled as pending review.

Accuracy and corrections

Despite our best efforts at clinical accuracy, information on this site may become outdated as medical knowledge evolves. We update reviewed content on a regular schedule and correct factual errors promptly. If you find an error, email corrections@blackhealth.org with the URL, the claim in question, and supporting sources. We acknowledge every request within five business days.

The provider directory

The Black Health provider directory is a listing service. It is not an endorsement of any individual provider, practice, or health system. Inclusion in the directory does not constitute a warranty of competence, clinical quality, or fitness for any particular health need. We verify provider credentials at onboarding, but we do not independently verify ongoing clinical performance. Always check a provider's current license status and disciplinary history through your state's licensing board.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Black Health, its officers, directors, employees, contractors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or reliance on information or services on this site. This limitation applies regardless of whether Black Health was advised of the possibility of such damages. If you are in a jurisdiction that does not allow the limitation of liability for consequential damages, the foregoing limitation may not apply to you.

Questions about this policy? Email hello@blackhealth.org.