Last Updated December 3, 2003

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You understand that it is your responsibility to follow up with the appropriate health care provider(s) for any medical services indicated or discussed in connection with your participation in any of the services offered by GeneticHealth.com. You are solely responsible for seeking out such services and will not hold GeneticHealth.com liable for my failure to do so. You agree that you have read and understand these Visitor Terms and Conditions.

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