Cookie Policy
Last updated: 19 August 2026
About this Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Care First Clinics uses cookies and similar technologies. It should be read with the Privacy Policy. Cookies support website operation, performance, security, remembered choices and, where applicable, affiliate links or advertising measurement.
What cookies are
Cookies are small text files placed on a device when visiting a website. Similar technologies include pixels, tags, scripts, local storage and tracking URLs. In this policy, cookies includes similar technologies where relevant.
Types of cookies we may use
We may use strictly necessary cookies for page loading, consent choices, form protection, security and basic functionality. Preference cookies may remember display choices. Analytics cookies may help understand page visits and performance. Affiliate, advertising and security cookies may support attribution, fraud prevention and website integrity.
First-party and third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set by this website. Third-party cookies are set by other organisations such as analytics providers, affiliate networks, embedded content providers, advertisers or security providers. Third-party policies apply to those cookies and related processing.
Consent and cookie choices
Where required, consent should be requested before non-essential cookies are set. Visitors should be able to accept, reject or manage non-essential categories where a consent tool is active. Consent can usually be withdrawn by changing preferences, clearing cookies or adjusting browser settings.
Browser controls
Most browsers allow users to block, delete or manage cookies. Controls may include blocking all cookies, blocking third-party cookies, deleting existing cookies, receiving alerts before cookies are placed, clearing cookies on closing the browser and managing site-specific permissions.
Cookies and health content
Care First Clinics publishes health-related editorial content but does not use cookies to diagnose, treat, triage or personalise medical advice. Analytics may show that a health page was visited, but this does not mean the site knows a visitor’s health status.
Embedded content and external services
Pages may include embedded or linked content from third parties such as videos, maps, social media posts, evidence resources, NHS pages, product retailers or other sources. Embedded content may act as though the visitor went directly to the third-party website.
Affiliate links
Some pages may include affiliate links. If clicked, tracking technologies may record the referral and help determine whether a qualifying purchase occurred. Affiliate tracking does not change the price unless stated by the merchant, and purchases are made with the third party.
Changes to cookies
The cookies and technologies used may change as the website, analytics, security, content, affiliate relationships or providers change. This policy may be updated to reflect those changes.
Contact
For questions about this Cookie Policy, use the Contact page.
How this page should be read
This page is written for a general UK health information website and should be read alongside the other legal and editorial pages. It explains the website position in practical terms, but it does not create clinical services, professional advice, a seller relationship or a guarantee about third-party providers. If a question affects your rights, health, purchase, privacy choices or legal position, consider checking the relevant official source or speaking with an appropriately qualified adviser.
Future changes and feature changes
The website may change over time, including its content, technical features, analytics, affiliate links, forms or commercial arrangements. If a new feature changes how visitors use the website or how information is handled, this page should be reviewed and updated before visitors are asked to rely on it. The current page does not claim professional legal review, clinical governance, direct sales, patient registration or appointment management.
Visitor responsibilities
Visitors should use the website carefully, read policy pages together, avoid sending unnecessary sensitive information, and check third-party terms before acting on external content or merchant offers. General website information cannot account for every personal, medical, technical or legal circumstance, and it should not be used to delay urgent help or replace qualified professional advice.