Privacy Policy & Terms

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Bay Clinical Trials Associates (BCTA) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our clinical trial participants and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information in the context of our clinical research activities.

2. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: When you participate in our clinical trials or interact with us, you may provide personal information such as your name, contact details, medical history, and demographic information.
• Health Information: As part of our clinical trials, we may collect detailed health information, including medical records, test results, and biological samples.
• Usage Data: We may collect data on how our website is accessed and used, including your IP address, browser type, and browsing activity.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To conduct and manage clinical trials, including participant screening, enrollment, and follow-up.
• To analyze research data and contribute to scientific knowledge in the field of medicine.
• To communicate with you regarding trial participation, appointments, or inquiries.
• To comply with regulatory requirements and ensure the safety of trial participants.
• For internal analysis to improve our clinical trial processes and services.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your personal information with authorized third parties involved in the clinical trial process, such as sponsors, contract research organizations, regulatory agencies (e.g., FDA), and ethics committees. This sharing is strictly for the purpose of conducting the clinical trial, ensuring compliance with regulations, and advancing medical research. We do not sell your personal information.

5. Data Security

We implement stringent technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse, in compliance with clinical research standards and data protection regulations. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

As a clinical trial participant, you have specific rights regarding your personal data, including the right to access, update, or request deletion of your information, subject to certain limitations imposed by clinical trial regulations. If you have any questions regarding your data or wish to exercise your rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at the provided contact details.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or regulatory requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and, where required, obtaining your consent to continue your participation in our clinical trials.

Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Bay Clinical Trials Associates website or participating in our clinical trials, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use our website or participate in our trials.

2. Use of Website and Services

• The content on our website is for informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
• Participation in our clinical trials is subject to specific eligibility criteria and informed consent processes.
• You are responsible for providing accurate and complete information when using our services or participating in our trials.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of BCTA or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce or distribute any part of our website without our express permission.

4. Limitation of Liability

BCTA will not be liable for any damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, our website or services, or participation in our clinical trials, except as required by applicable law governing clinical research.

5. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. We will inform users and trial participants of any significant changes by posting updates on this page and through direct communication where necessary.

6. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without prejudice to mandatory consumer protection regulations that may apply.