Terms of Use

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of catherineegbe.com, the official personal website of Dr. Catherine Egbe. By using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the website immediately.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website, you confirm that you:

Are at least 13 years old, or have parental/guardian consent if younger.
Will comply with these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations.
Understand that continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the Terms as updated from time to time.

2. Purpose of the Website

This website is designed to:

Share Dr. Catherine Egbe’s research, publications, and academic contributions.
Provide information about her achievements, awards, and professional activities.
Offer updates, articles, and resources in the areas of tobacco control, substance use, and public health.

The content is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, psychological, or legal advice.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this site, including text, images, logos, documents, and research materials, is the intellectual property of Dr. Catherine Egbe unless otherwise stated.
You may:
- View, download, and print materials for personal, non-commercial use.
You may not:
- Copy, distribute, reproduce, or modify website content without prior written permission.
- Use any content for commercial or promotional purposes without authorization.

4. User Conduct

When using this website, you agree not to:

Use the site for unlawful or harmful purposes.
Attempt to disrupt or compromise website functionality or security.
Post or transmit any offensive, defamatory, or harmful content.
Misrepresent your identity when contacting or interacting with the site.

5. Third-Party Links and Services

The website may contain links to external websites or services for reference purposes.
Dr. Catherine Egbe does not control and is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of third-party websites.
Use of third-party services (such as payment processors) will be governed by their own terms and privacy policies.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.
No guarantees are made regarding accuracy, completeness, or uninterrupted access.
Dr. Catherine Egbe disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and availability.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Dr. Catherine Egbe will not be liable for any damages or losses arising from:
- Use or inability to use the website.
- Reliance on information provided through the website.
- Unauthorized access or alteration of user data.
Users assume full responsibility for use of the site.

8. Privacy

Use of this website is also governed by the Privacy Policy, which explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected. Please review the Privacy Policy for further details.

9. Termination of Access

Access to the website may be suspended or terminated at any time without notice if these Terms are violated or if misuse of the site occurs.
Termination does not affect rights or obligations accrued prior to the date of termination.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of South Africa, where Dr. Catherine Egbe resides and operates. Any disputes arising shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Africa.

11. Changes to Terms

These Terms of Use may be updated periodically. Updates will be effective once posted on this page. Continued use of the site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact:

Dr. Catherine Egbe
Phone: +2769 101 4540
Email: info@catherineegbe.com
Website: https://catherineegbe.com