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The information on this web site is provided by the University of Chicago for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical care, and medical advice and services are not being offered.
If you have, or suspect you have, a health problem you should consult your physician.
The University of Chicago provides links to other organizations as a service to our readers; the University is not responsible for information provided in other web sites.

Data Policy

These data are for the non-proprietary use and personal use of individuals, and for the use of academic and non-profit researchers seeking to expand general knowledge or improve provision of health, social services and other amenities available to the public. It is unlawful for market researchers, for-profit businesses or anyone wishing to use these data in aid of for-profit enterprises to make any use of these data without prior written arrangement with the University of Chicago. Any proceeds from licensed use of these data will be used to defray the on-going expenses associated with keeping this resource updated and open to the public.

Privacy Policy Statement

SSH Resource Mapping will take reasonable measures not to disclose information about you or the contents of your communications, other than Content that is already publicly available or accessible via SSH Resource Mapping pages, Profiles, or Forums, unless it appears that such disclosure is reasonably necessary (a) to comply with the law; (b) to comply with legal process; (c) to enforce these terms and conditions; (d) to respond to claims that any Content violates the rights of third parties; or (e) to protect the interests of SSH Resource Mapping or others. SSH Resource Mapping also reserves the right to examine any email, posting, or other Content suspected of violating the terms of the SSH Resource Mapping User Policy.

The University of Chicago is the sole owner of the information collected on this site. We will not sell, share, or rent this information to others in ways different from what is disclosed in this statement. We collect information from our users at several different points on this site for the purposes of sending occasional emails for program updates, papers, conferences, and the latest research funding opportunities.

Introduction

The SSH Resource Mapping is committed to respecting and protecting the privacy of each User of the Website. This Privacy Policy Statement (this "Privacy Policy") is issued by SSH Resource Mapping in conjunction with the SSH Resource Legal Disclaimer governing each User's use of the SSH Resource Mapping Website and Services. All defined terms used in this Privacy Policy that are not otherwise defined shall have the meanings ascribed thereto in the Legal Disclaimer.

YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE CONSTITUTES YOUR UNCONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE OF THE PRACTICES DESCRIBED IN THIS PRIVACY POLICY AND THE OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE TERMS OF USE. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH AND ACCEPT ALL OF THE PRACTICES DESCRIBED IN THIS PRIVACY POLICY, DO NOT USE THE WEBSITE OR DO NOT PROVIDE OR SUBMIT ANY PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION VIA OR WHILE USING THE WEBSITE, OR THE SERVICES.

This Privacy Policy may be revised by us periodically. We advise that you review this Privacy Policy whenever you visit the Website so that you are aware of any changes. Your continued use of the Website following any changes in this Privacy Policy will constitute your acceptance of such modifications.

Clickstream data and cookies

In addition to the Personal Information that you supply to us, we may collect, store and use certain, anonymous information known as "Clickstream Data" as you access and navigate the Website. We intend collect, store and use Clickstream Data to gain a better understanding of how people use the Website, to analyze data for trends and statistics, to help diagnose problems with our servers and computer networks, and to enhance the performance of the Website, and the Services. The Clickstream Data that we may collect, store and use includes the IP address of your computer (automatically assigned by your Internet Service Provider whenever you log onto the Internet), the Internet address of the site from which you linked to the Website (known as the referring URL), the date and time you access to the Website, what pages of the Website you visit and when, and the type of browser you use. Clickstream Data is not personally identifiable and we do not link this information to personally identifiable data, or any of your Personal Information.

We also use session cookies, which are small text files placed on your browser that maintain information from page to page as you navigate the Website. Session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. If you do not want session cookies stored on your computer you might be able to adjust your browser settings to refuse all cookies, including session cookies, although this may prevent you from using certain features of the Website and the Services.

Third Party Sites

This Site may contain links to other websites that are run by third parties. Once you have clicked on a link or button activator connecting you to such third-party website, you will leave the Website and be taken to a website that we do not control. THIS PRIVACY POLICY DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY PERSONAL INFORMATION COLLECTED ON A THIRD PARTY SITE. We suggest you read the privacy statement of the third-party website before providing any personally identifiable data on that site. We are not responsible for any use by any person or entity of any information that you may provide while accessing or using any third-party website.

Contacting SSHVS

A "Contact Us" link is provided on most pages of the Website. Please click on this link to send an e-mail to us and we will work to ensure your query is passed on to and answered by the appropriate person in a timely manner. Please be aware that e-mail you send us is not necessarily secure against interception. If your communication pertains to sensitive information then you should contact us via regular mail or telephone. If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the practices of SSH Resource Mapping, you can contact us as follows:

	By mail:
	South Side Health and Vitality Studies
	The University of Chicago Medical Center
	MC 2050 c/o Lindau Lab
	5841 S. Maryland Avenue
	Chicago, IL 60637
	Phone: 773-834-2356
	Fax: 773-834-566