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Important information regarding limitations of our liability.

Please read this Disclaimer carefully before using the https://www.collagenadvocacynetwork.org website ("the Website") operated by Collagen Advocacy Network, as it contains important information regarding limitations of our liability. Your access to and use of the Website is conditional upon your acceptance of and compliance with this Disclaimer. This Disclaimer applies to everyone, including but not limited to visitors, users, and others, who wish to access or use the Website.

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Health Information Disclaimer

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Collagen Advocacy Network does not answer specific medical questions or refer people to particular healthcare professionals.

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Changes

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