General Terms and Conditions

The Omani Association for Hereditary Blood Disorders aims to support patients with hereditary blood disorders and provide services and assistance to them and their families. Your use of the website and filling out any form constitutes full acceptance of the following terms and conditions.

1. Accurate and Correct Information:

• Applicants must provide accurate and complete information in all required fields of the forms.
• Applicants bear legal responsibility for any false or misleading information provided.

2. Personal Data Protection:

• The association collects personal data only for the purposes specified in the forms.
• Personal data is used solely to provide the requested services and is not shared with any third parties without the applicant's explicit consent, except as required by law.
• Applicants have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of their personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

3. Acceptance of Terms:

• Filling out and submitting the form constitutes the applicant’s agreement to all stated terms and conditions.
• The association reserves the right to modify the terms and conditions at any time without prior notice. Updates will be posted on the website and take effect immediately upon publication.

4. Donations and Financial Support:

• All donations are used for the purposes specified in the relevant forms.
• Donations are non-refundable except in rare cases where the donor is informed.

5. Obligations and Responsibilities:

• The association strives to provide services in the best possible way but does not guarantee achieving the desired results in all cases.
• The association is not responsible for any damages or losses that may result from using the provided services.

6. Cancellation or Modification of Requests:

• The association reserves the right to modify or cancel any request if it is found that false information was provided or if necessary.
• Applicants will be notified of any modifications or cancellations via the contact details provided in the form.

7. Inquiries and Complaints:

• Applicants can contact the association for inquiries or to submit complaints via email, phone, or the contact form available on the website.
• The association is committed to handling complaints seriously and promptly according to internal procedures.

8. Applicable Laws:

• These terms and conditions are governed by the laws and regulations in the Sultanate of Oman.
• The courts of the Sultanate of Oman have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve any disputes arising from these terms and conditions.

Specific Terms and Conditions:

1. Medical Requests (e.g., Port-a-Cath injection requests, drug pump insurance, registration for joint replacement surgeries, etc.):

• Applicants must provide a recent medical report proving the need for the requested service.
• Requests are subject to review by a medical and social committee before approval.
• The association is committed to maintaining the confidentiality of medical and social information provided and using it only for specified purposes.

2. Financial Donations (e.g., donations for injections, pumps, patient sponsorships, etc.):

• The association is committed to providing periodic reports on how financial donations are used.
• An official receipt is issued for each donation upon request, and donors can request a copy at any time.
• The association ensures the security and confidentiality of donations through the website using appropriate security protocols.

3. Registration in Programs and Projects (e.g., joining the blood collection project, registering as a member or affiliated team, etc.):

• Applicants must meet the criteria specified for each program or project.
• Members or participating teams must adhere to the association’s objectives and actively participate in activities and programs.
• The association provides necessary training and guidance to members or teams to ensure achieving the specified goals.

4. Psychological Support and Counseling Requests (e.g., support sessions for children and adults, family counseling, awareness sessions, etc.):

• Sessions are provided by qualified specialists in psychological support and counseling.
• Sessions are scheduled according to the availability of applicants and specialists, and the association reserves the right to adjust appointments if necessary.
• The association is committed to maintaining the confidentiality of information discussed during sessions and does not share it with any external party.

5. Organizing Visits and Campaigns (e.g., hospital visits, systematic visits, blood donation campaigns, etc.):

• The association coordinates visit schedules with hospitals and relevant health institutions to ensure smooth operations.
• The association adheres to safety procedures during visits and campaigns.
• Participants must register in advance to facilitate organization and follow-up.

6. Participation in Competitions and Special Projects (e.g., Iron Fight competition for thalassemia patients, starting special projects for patients, etc.):

• Participants must comply with the terms and criteria specified for each competition or project.
• Participants retain intellectual property rights to their ideas and projects; the association does not use them without explicit consent.
• The association clearly explains the terms for awarding prizes and rewards for each competition or project.

7. Blog, Research, and Studies:

1. Submitted Content:
   • Users are fully responsible for any content published on the blog or submitted as research or study, including comments, articles, and opinions. Content must not violate laws such as defamation, incitement, or intellectual property infringement.
   • The association reserves the right to review, edit, or reject any content before publication to ensure compliance with association policies and Omani laws.
   • Users and researchers retain intellectual property rights to their work but grant the association the right to use and publish it for educational and awareness purposes while preserving their rights.
2. Disclaimer:
   • Opinions and comments published on the blog or in research reflect the views of their authors and do not necessarily represent the association’s opinion.
   • The association strives to provide accurate and reliable information but is not responsible for any errors or omissions in the published content, and research results may vary in practical application and are not a substitute for professional medical advice.
3. Interaction with Content:
   • Constructive discussions on the blog are encouraged, and users must follow proper etiquette and respect others. Any comment containing abuse or personal attacks will be removed.
   • Users can report any inappropriate content through available channels, and reports will be handled according to procedures.
4. Use of Content:
   • Commercial use of blog content or research/studies is prohibited without prior permission from the association. Non-commercial use for personal or academic purposes is allowed with proper source citation.
   • Research and studies published on the site may be used for academic and educational purposes in compliance with fair use policies, citing the association as the source.
5. User Rights:
   • Users and researchers may request modification or deletion of their content or personal data from the site by submitting a formal request to the association.

Compliance with Terms and Conditions:

By using this website, you acknowledge and agree to fully comply with the above terms and conditions. We are committed to protecting the rights of all users and ensuring a safe and reliable experience for everyone.

The association reserves the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time. Users are advised to review these terms regularly to stay informed of any changes.

If you have any questions or need clarification on any of these terms, or if you wish to submit requests related to your content, please contact us via [Contact Us], and we will be happy to assist you.