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Terms of Use

Last updated: August 2026

These terms govern your use of acadexmed.org, operated by the Academy of Exercise Medicine. By using the site you agree to them.

Medical Disclaimer

The content on this site — including the disease area summaries, cited research, and educational materials — is provided for professional and general information only. It is not medical advice, and it is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment by a qualified healthcare provider.

Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you read here. Exercise carries risk, and exercise prescriptions should be made by a clinician who knows the individual patient.

Use of the Site

You may use this site for lawful purposes only. You agree not to attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the site, interfere with its operation, or use automated means to extract content at scale.

Member Accounts

Member portal accounts are personal to you. You are responsible for keeping your password confidential and for activity that occurs under your account.

Content you post in the member forum or directory must be accurate, professional, and lawful. The Academy may edit or remove content, and may suspend accounts, where content violates these terms or Academy policy.

Membership & Applications

Submitting a membership interest form does not create membership. Membership category and standing are confirmed by the Board of Directors in accordance with the Academy Bylaws.

Donations

The Academy of Exercise Medicine is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Donations are voluntary, non-refundable, and tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. No goods or services are provided in exchange for a contribution.

Intellectual Property

The content, curriculum documents, and branding on this site are the property of the Academy of Exercise Medicine or its contributors. You may share and cite them with attribution; you may not republish them commercially without written permission.

Third-Party Links

This site links to materials published by partner institutions and other organizations. We do not control that content and are not responsible for it.

Limitation of Liability

The site is provided "as is," without warranties of any kind. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Academy is not liable for any loss arising out of your use of, or reliance on, this site or its content.

Changes to These Terms

We may revise these terms. The revision date at the top of this page reflects the most recent change, and continued use of the site constitutes acceptance.