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1. General Disclaimer

The information contained on this site is presented for the purpose of educating the public and research professionals about immune tolerance research carried out under the auspices of the Immune Tolerance Network (ITN). Information on this site is subject to change without notice and is provided to the public with no warranty. Content is provided for informational purposes only, with the understanding that neither the ITN nor its sponsors are rendering medical advice or decisions on the provision of health care to individual patients.

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3. Clinical Trials Listings

The ITN provides listings and descriptions of its clinical trials that are seeking patient volunteers as a public service. A listing of a clinical trial on immunetolerance.org does not imply guaranteed access to that clinical trial or to the expertise, counsel or treatment of any participating physician, clinic or research department. The Immune Tolerance Network accepts no responsibility or liability for injuries that might result from a patient's inability or ineligibility to participate in the clinical trials listed on immunetolerance.org.

The information provided about each trial should not be considered complete, nor should it be relied on to suggest a course of treatment for a particular individual. It should not be used in place of a visit, call, consultation or the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider. Information obtained on immunetolerance.org is not exhaustive and does not cover all diseases, ailments, physical conditions or their treatment. Users are advised to exercise their own further informed review, judgment and evaluation in the selection of any and all medical professionals, health information or clinical trial information. Should you have any health care related questions, please call or see your physician or other qualified health care provider promptly. Always consult with your physician or other qualified health care provider before making a decision to participate in a clinical trial.

Additional links are provided for further information about clinical trials and participating in clinical trials. You should not disregard medical advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider, or delay in seeking treatment because of something you have read on immunetolerance.org.

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