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These terms protect the integrity of our editorial work, the rights of contributors, and the safety of readers who rely on the platform for health and research information.

The terms apply to every visitor, registered user, contributor, and reviewer interacting with TICH content, tools, or services.

• Use the platform for lawful, professional, educational, or personal research purposes.
• Respect attribution requirements when quoting or referencing TICH material.
• Do not present TICH content as a substitute for individualized clinical decisions.
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• Mass scraping, mirroring, or commercial redistribution without permission.
• Use of TICH AI assistance to make individual diagnostic or treatment decisions without qualified clinical oversight.
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We may update these terms to reflect changes in our services or legal context. Material changes will be indicated by an updated review date at the top of this page.