Legal & Disclaimer
The Sleep Health Organization, Inc.
Last reviewed: April 2026
01. ABOUT THE SLEEP HEALTH ORGANIZATION
The Sleep Health Organization ("SHO") is a physician-led educational organization founded by Dr. Anya McLaren-Barnett, a physician licensed to practice medicine in Ontario, Canada. SHO is not a medical clinic, hospital, or healthcare facility and does not provide medical services, clinical assessments, diagnoses, or individual medical advice.
SHO's mission is to advance pediatric sleep health through evidence-based education for both clinicians and families worldwide.
02. MEDICAL & EDUCATIONAL DISCLAIMER
All content published by The Sleep Health Organization including articles, guides, course materials, videos, social media posts, downloadable resources, and any content delivered through the SHIP™ program or SHO platforms is provided for general educational and informational purposes only, whether accessed by healthcare professionals, parents, or members of the general public.
Nothing on this website or within any SHO resource constitutes or should be interpreted as medical advice, a clinical diagnosis, a treatment recommendation, or a substitute for consultation with a qualified healthcare provider.
The information provided by SHO reflects general principles of pediatric sleep medicine and is not tailored to any individual patient or child. Clinical circumstances vary significantly and require individualized professional assessment.
03. FOR CLINICIANS & PARENTS
For Healthcare Professionals
Educational content, clinical summaries, and course materials provided through SHO and the SHIP™ program are intended solely to support the continuing professional development of licensed healthcare practitioners. They do not constitute institutional clinical guidelines or standards of care. All clinical decisions must be made using independent professional judgment in accordance with the applicable standards of practice in your jurisdiction and with full consideration of the individual patient's circumstances.
For Parents & Caregivers
Resources and guides are for general informational purposes only. Please consult your child's physician or a qualified sleep medicine specialist before making any changes to your child's sleep routine, medications, or care plan. Do not delay seeking professional medical advice because of information you have read on this website.
04. NO PHYSICIAN-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP
Use of this website, enrollment in any SHO course or program, or engagement with any SHO content including the SHIP™ certification program does not establish a physician-patient relationship between you and Dr. Anya McLaren-Barnett or any other SHO team member, clinician, or contributor.
If you require a clinical assessment, diagnosis, or personalized treatment plan, please consult a licensed healthcare provider in your jurisdiction.
05. ACCURACY & CURRENCY OF INFORMATION
SHO makes every reasonable effort to ensure that published content is accurate, current, and consistent with accepted principles of pediatric sleep medicine at the time of publication. However, medical knowledge evolves rapidly.
Information on this website may not reflect the most recent clinical guidelines, regulatory standards, or research findings. Healthcare professionals should always verify clinical information against current peer-reviewed literature and the applicable guidelines of their professional regulatory body.
All clinical content published by SHO is developed and reviewed by Dr. Anya McLaren-Barnett, a dual-trained pediatric respirologist and sleep medicine specialist, and is updated periodically to reflect current evidence.
06. JURISDICTION & PRIVACY
The Sleep Health Organization is headquartered in Burlington, Ontario, Canada. Our educational resources are accessed by clinicians and families across multiple countries. Users are responsible for ensuring that their use of SHO content complies with the laws and professional regulations applicable in their jurisdiction.
Country Privacy Law Professional Standard
Canada PIPEDA / CASL Provincial regulatory colleges
United States CCPA / HIPAA (where applicable) State medical boards
Australia Australian Privacy Act 1988 AHPRA / Medical Board of Australia
New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 Medical Council of New Zealand
For details on how we collect, use, and protect your data, please review our Privacy Policy at: https://www.thesleephealth.org/pages/privacy-policy
07. MEDICAL EMERGENCIES
If you or someone in your care is experiencing a medical emergency, call your local emergency services immediately. Do not rely on this website or any SHO content in an emergency situation.
Canada → 911
United States → 911
Australia → 000
New Zealand → 111
08. EXTERNAL LINKS & THIRD PARTIES
This website may contain links to third-party websites, publications, or resources for reference or convenience. The Sleep Health Organization does not endorse, control, or take responsibility for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of any third-party website or resource.
References to external clinical guidelines, research publications, or professional organizations are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of those organizations or their recommendations.
09. DISCLAIMER ON CLINICAL RESOURCES
The following disclaimer appears on all SHO clinical content, including the melatonin parent guide, sleep handouts, and SHIP™ course materials:
"This resource is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice and is not a substitute for individualized clinical assessment or professional medical consultation. Healthcare professionals should apply independent clinical judgment. Parents and caregivers should consult their child's physician before making any changes to care or treatment. Developed by Dr. Anya McLaren-Barnett, pediatric respirologist and sleep medicine specialist, based on evidence current at the time of publication."
10. CONTACT US
If you have questions about this disclaimer, our educational content, or The Sleep Health Organization's policies, please contact us directly.
The Sleep Health Organization, Inc.
5063 North Service Road, Suite 100 Burlington, ON L7L 5H6
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.thesleephealth.org
Privacy Policy: www.thesleephealth.org/privacy
Terms & Conditions: https://www.thesleephealth.org/pages/terms-conditions
Last reviewed: April 2026