Disclaimer
Last updated: 2 February 2026
1. Non-Affiliation Statement
Lorraine is an independent educational platform developed by Tin Labs (Pty) Ltd.
WE ARE NOT AFFILIATED WITH, ENDORSED BY, OR OFFICIALLY CONNECTED TO:
- The Colleges of Medicine of South Africa (CMSA)
- Any member colleges of CMSA
- Any medical examination board or regulatory body
- Any university or medical school
"CMSA" and related terms are trademarks of the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa. Our use of these terms is solely for descriptive purposes to identify the examinations our study materials help prepare for.
2. Educational Purpose Only
Lorraine provides educational study tools including question banks, flashcards, and learning materials designed to help medical professionals prepare for specialist certification examinations.
Our content:
- Is created independently by medical education specialists
- Should supplement, not replace, official study materials
- Does not represent official exam content or questions
- May not reflect current exam formats or requirements
3. No Guarantee of Exam Success
While we strive to provide high-quality preparation materials, Lorraine does not guarantee exam success. Examination outcomes depend on individual preparation, prior knowledge, exam conditions, and factors beyond our control.
Users should not rely solely on Lorraine materials for exam preparation and should utilise multiple study resources and official examination guidelines.
4. Content Accuracy
We make reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy and currency of our educational content. However, medical knowledge evolves continuously, and examination requirements may change.
Lorraine does not warrant that:
- Content is free from errors or omissions
- Content reflects the most current medical standards
- Content aligns with specific examination requirements
Users are encouraged to verify information with authoritative sources and official examination bodies.
5. Not Medical Advice
IMPORTANT: Content on Lorraine is strictly for examination preparation purposes.
DO NOT use our materials for:
- Patient care or clinical decision-making
- Medical diagnosis or treatment
- Actual medical practice
Always consult qualified healthcare professionals and current clinical guidelines for patient care decisions.
6. User Responsibility
Users are solely responsible for:
- Verifying their eligibility to sit for examinations
- Confirming examination requirements with official bodies
- Ensuring compliance with professional registration requirements
- Maintaining appropriate professional conduct
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by South African law, Lorraine and Tin Labs (Pty) Ltd shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
- Use or inability to use our services
- Any errors or omissions in content
- Examination outcomes
- Reliance on any information provided
Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the services in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.
8. Intellectual Property
All content on Lorraine, including but not limited to questions, explanations, graphics, and software, is the property of Tin Labs (Pty) Ltd or its licensors and is protected by South African and international intellectual property laws.
Users receive a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access content for personal educational use only. Reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of any content is strictly prohibited without prior written consent.
9. Contact Information
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