Terms of Service

Please read these terms carefully before using our service.

Effective Date: February 9, 2025

Welcome to VitalCheck Health Consult ("VitalCheck", "we", "our", "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the VitalCheck mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our Service.

1 Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, accessing, or using VitalCheck, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and VitalCheck Health Consult.

Important: You must be at least 18 years old to use this Service. If you are under 18, you may only use the Service with the involvement and consent of a parent or guardian.

2 Service Description

VitalCheck is a healthcare appointment booking platform that:

  • Connects users with licensed healthcare professionals and clinics
  • Facilitates appointment scheduling for medical consultations
  • Provides appointment reminders and updates
  • Enables communication between patients and healthcare providers
Medical Disclaimer: VitalCheck does NOT provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We are solely a booking and facilitation platform. All medical advice, diagnosis, and treatment must come from licensed healthcare professionals.

3 User Responsibilities

When using VitalCheck, you agree to:

Account Security

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach
  • Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account

Proper Use

  • Use the Service only for lawful purposes
  • Not impersonate any person or entity
  • Not transmit harmful code, viruses, or malicious software
  • Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or its systems
  • Respect the privacy and rights of other users and healthcare providers

Appointment Etiquette

  • Arrive on time for scheduled appointments (virtual or in-person)
  • Cancel appointments with adequate notice if unable to attend
  • Provide accurate health information to healthcare providers
  • Treat healthcare professionals with respect and courtesy

4 Healthcare Providers

All healthcare providers accessible through VitalCheck are:

  • Independent licensed professionals or clinics
  • Not employees or agents of VitalCheck
  • Solely responsible for the medical services they provide
  • Subject to their own professional standards and regulations

VitalCheck does not guarantee the availability, quality, or outcomes of services provided by healthcare professionals. Any disputes regarding medical care should be addressed directly with the healthcare provider.

5 Fees and Payment

VitalCheck may charge fees for certain services. By using paid features, you agree to:

  • Pay all applicable fees as described at the time of booking
  • Provide accurate and current payment information
  • Authorize VitalCheck to charge your chosen payment method
Cancellation & Refunds: Cancellation and refund policies may vary by healthcare provider. Please review the specific policy before booking an appointment. VitalCheck service fees are generally non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

6 Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of the VitalCheck Service, including but not limited to:

  • Software, code, and technology
  • Text, graphics, logos, and images
  • Design, layout, and user interface
  • Trademarks, service marks, and brand names

are owned by VitalCheck Health Consult or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or reverse engineer any part of our Service without prior written permission.

7 Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using VitalCheck, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we handle your information.

8 Disclaimers and Limitations

IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE:

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. VITALCHECK DOES NOT WARRANT THAT:

  • The Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
  • The results obtained from using the Service will be accurate or reliable
  • Any defects in the Service will be corrected
  • Healthcare providers will be available at all times

Medical Disclaimer

VitalCheck is NOT a healthcare provider and does NOT provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We are a technology platform that connects users with licensed healthcare professionals. In case of a medical emergency, immediately call emergency services (dial 911 or your local emergency number).

9 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, VitalCheck Health Consult shall not be liable for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
  • Medical malpractice or negligence by healthcare providers
  • Delays, cancellations, or unavailability of healthcare services
  • Any damages arising from your use or inability to use the Service

Our total liability in any matter related to the Service is limited to the amount you paid to VitalCheck in the 12 months preceding the claim.

10 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless VitalCheck Health Consult, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use or misuse of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any rights of another party
  • Any content you submit through the Service

11 Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without notice, for:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Fraudulent or illegal activity
  • Abuse or misuse of the Service
  • Non-payment of fees
  • Any other reason at our sole discretion

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.

12 Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated Terms on our website/app
  • Updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this page
  • Sending an email notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

13 Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Nigeria, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through:

  • Good faith negotiation between the parties
  • Mediation, if negotiation fails
  • Binding arbitration or courts in Abuja, Nigeria, as a last resort

14 Miscellaneous

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and VitalCheck regarding the Service.

Waiver

No waiver of any term of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms at any time without restriction.

15 Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Get in Touch

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours during business days.

By using VitalCheck Health Consult, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.