Last updated: January 1, 2026 · Effective date: January 1, 2026
By accessing and using the Newborn Sepsis Society website ("Site"), educational platform, and related services ("Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.
1. About the Society
The Newborn Sepsis Society (NSS) is an international professional organisation registered at its International Secretariat in Geneva, Switzerland. The Site and Services are operated by the NSS for the benefit of healthcare professionals, researchers, and trainees in the field of neonatal care.
2. Use of the Website
You may use the Site for lawful purposes related to your professional interest in neonatal health. You agree not to:
- Use the Site in any way that breaches applicable laws or regulations
- Reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit content without written permission
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Site or its systems
- Transmit any malicious code, spam, or harmful material
- Misrepresent your identity or professional credentials
3. Membership
Access to certain content and services requires NSS membership. By applying for membership, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and current information during registration
- Maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials
- Notify us promptly of any unauthorised use of your account
- Pay applicable membership fees by the due date
The NSS reserves the right to suspend or terminate membership for breach of these terms, non-payment of fees, or conduct inconsistent with the society's values and code of conduct.
4. Educational Content & CME
Our educational materials, including courses, webinars, case studies, and clinical guidelines, are provided for professional development purposes. By accessing educational content, you acknowledge that:
- Content is intended for qualified healthcare professionals and trainees
- CME/CPD credits are subject to the requirements of the accrediting body and your local regulatory framework
- You will not share, redistribute, or commercially exploit course materials
- Assessment results and certificates are personal and non-transferable
5. Clinical Guidelines Disclaimer
Important: NSS clinical guidelines are intended to assist healthcare professionals in clinical decision-making. They are not a substitute for individual clinical judgement, the specific circumstances of the patient, or local institutional protocols. The NSS does not assume responsibility for treatment decisions made on the basis of these guidelines.
Guidelines represent the best available evidence at the time of publication and are reviewed regularly. Healthcare professionals should always consider the individual clinical context and exercise their own professional judgement.
6. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, course materials, guidelines, and software, is the property of the NSS or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may:
- View and download content for personal, non-commercial, professional use
- Share links to our content
- Cite our guidelines and publications with proper attribution
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without prior written consent, except as permitted by applicable copyright law (e.g. fair dealing for research or education).
7. User Contributions
Where you submit content to the Site (e.g. abstract submissions, case study contributions, forum posts), you grant the NSS a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, reproduce, and publish such content in connection with the society's activities. You retain ownership of your original work and warrant that it does not infringe third-party rights.
8. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to external websites. These are provided for convenience and do not imply endorsement. The NSS is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of third-party sites.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law:
- The Site and Services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
- The NSS shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site or Services
- Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount of fees paid by you in the 12 months preceding the claim
Nothing in these terms excludes or limits liability for fraud, death or personal injury caused by negligence, or any other liability that cannot be excluded by law.
10. Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Switzerland. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Geneva, Switzerland.
11. Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms of Use at any time. Material changes will be communicated to members via email and posted on the Site. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
12. Contact
For questions about these Terms of Use: