Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 3, 2026

The Medical Literacy Initiative (“MLI,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide when visiting our website medicalliteracyinitiative.com and its associated sub-blogs (e.g., CellCount, Respire, DermDigest).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Information You Provide:

Name, email address, or other contact information you submit via newsletter sign-ups, contact forms, or other site features.

b. Automatically Collected Information:

Browser type, IP address, device information, pages visited, and other analytics data collected through cookies or similar technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve our website and services
Communicate with you, including sending newsletters and updates
Respond to inquiries and support requests
Analyze website traffic to improve content and user experience
Ensure compliance with legal obligations

3. Cookies and Tracking

MLI may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website. Cookies may help us:

Remember your preferences
Understand how visitors interact with our site
Optimize content and functionality

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some features of the site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

4. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:

With service providers who assist us in operating the website or providing services (e.g., email platforms, analytics providers)
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes
To protect the rights, safety, or property of MLI, our users, or others

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. While we strive to protect your information, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites. MLI is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site you visit.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access, update, or delete your personal information
Opt out of receiving newsletters or marketing emails

To exercise these rights, contact us at medicalliteracyinitiative@gmail.com

9. Changes to This Policy

MLI may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: medicalliteracyinitiative@gmail.com