Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Divine Word Hospital (DWH). By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of this website.

These terms apply to the public website and online information made available by DWH. Additional hospital policies, admission documents, consent forms, billing terms, professional service arrangements, or third-party provider requirements may also apply depending on the service requested.

2. Website Information

The information on this website is provided to help patients, visitors, and the community learn more about DWH, its services, departments, doctors, patient guides, events, careers, and contact information.

While we aim to keep website information accurate and updated, DWH does not guarantee that all information is complete, current, or free from typographical or technical errors. Service availability, doctor schedules, contact details, prices, requirements, and other information may change without prior notice.

3. Medical Disclaimer

Website content is provided for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, consultation, or emergency care.

Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified healthcare provider for questions about a medical condition. For urgent medical concerns, please proceed to the Emergency Room or contact the appropriate emergency service immediately.

4. Use of the Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful and appropriate purposes. You must not use the website in a way that may damage, disable, overload, impair, interfere with, or compromise the website, its security, or the experience of other users.

Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:

• Attempting to access data, systems, or accounts not intended for you.
• Probing, scanning, testing, or attempting to bypass website security.
• Uploading, transmitting, or introducing malicious code, spam, or harmful content.
• Misrepresenting your identity or submitting false, misleading, or unauthorized information.
• Using website content in a way that violates applicable laws, regulations, or the rights of DWH or any third party.

5. Appointments, Inquiries, and Online Forms

Any appointment request, contact form, inquiry, or online submission made through this website is subject to review and confirmation by DWH or the appropriate office. Submitting a request through the website does not guarantee appointment availability, admission, treatment, approval, or immediate response.

Please ensure that information you submit is accurate and complete. Personal information submitted through the website will be handled in accordance with the DWH General Privacy Notice.

6. Third-Party Services and Links

This website may include links, embeds, maps, analytics tools, social media platforms, or other third-party services. These services are provided for convenience and may be governed by their own terms, privacy notices, and policies.

DWH is not responsible for the content, security, availability, or practices of third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by DWH.

7. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, the website design, text, images, graphics, logos, service names, documents, and other content on this website are owned by or licensed to Divine Word Hospital.

You may view and use website content for personal, informational, and non-commercial purposes. You must not reproduce, modify, distribute, publish, display, sell, or exploit website content without prior written permission from DWH, except as allowed by law.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent allowed by law, DWH shall not be liable for losses or damages arising from your use of, reliance on, or inability to use this website, including interruptions, errors, outdated information, technical issues, or third-party services.

Nothing in these terms limits responsibilities that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

9. Privacy and Cookies

DWH respects your privacy. Personal data collected through this website is handled according to the General Privacy Notice and applicable data privacy laws.

Essential browser storage may be used to remember your cookie or privacy choices. Optional services such as analytics or embedded maps are loaded based on your consent settings where applicable.

10. Changes to These Terms

DWH may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised last updated date. Your continued use of this website after changes are posted means you accept the updated terms.

11. Contact

For questions about these terms or the website, please use the contact section below.