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Terms of Use

Last updated: 15 September 2026

About this website

Cluster Headache Aotearoa New Zealand ("we", "us", "our") operates the website at clusterheadache.org.nz. The legal entity is Cluster Headache Aotearoa New Zealand Trust Board, incorporated under the Charitable Trusts Act 1957 and registered with Charities Services as charity CC65148. By accessing or using this website you agree to these terms.

Medical disclaimer

This website provides information only - not medical advice.

The content on this website is provided for general information purposes only. It is based on ICHD-3 diagnostic criteria and published clinical guidelines. Each medical page shows whether it has completed New Zealand clinical review. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Nothing on this website should be relied upon as a substitute for consultation with a qualified health professional.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 111. If you are in the middle of a cluster headache attack, see in pain right now. Always seek the advice of your GP, neurologist or other qualified health professional with any questions you have about a medical condition.

Accuracy of information

We make reasonable efforts to ensure the information on this website is accurate, current and relevant to New Zealand patients. Not all content has completed clinical review by a New Zealand neurologist; each medical page shows its current status. See how we prepare clinical content.

PHARMAC funding decisions, medication availability and clinical guidelines change. We make reasonable efforts to keep this information current but cannot guarantee that everything on this website reflects the current position at any given time. Always verify medication funding and availability with your prescriber or pharmacist.

Content use

The content of this website is copyright Cluster Headache Aotearoa New Zealand Trust Board except where otherwise stated. You may:

  • Read and share links to pages on this website
  • Print pages for personal or clinical use
  • Quote brief excerpts with attribution and a link to the source

You may not republish, reproduce or adapt substantial portions of this website's content without our written permission. To request permission, please contact us.

External links

This website contains links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy or availability of those sites. Links do not constitute endorsement of the organisations or views represented.

Limitation of liability

To the extent permitted by New Zealand law, Cluster Headache Aotearoa New Zealand Trust Board and its officers, volunteers and contributors are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of this website or reliance on information contained on it.

Changes to these terms

We may update these terms from time to time. The date at the top of this page reflects when they were last updated. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Contact

If you have questions about these terms, please contact us or email info@clusterheadache.org.nz.