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Privacy Frequently Asked Questions

Wyeth is now part of Pfizer. As a part of this transition, this web site is now governed by the Pfizer Privacy Policy. You should read through the Pfizer Privacy Policy to understand what information we may collect about you; how we use your information; how we protect it; and what choices you have on how that information is used.

If you previously used this web site, you may notice that there are some changes in the way we collect and process information on our web sites, and that our Privacy Policy provides explanations and elaborations about our privacy practices. Below you will see some common Questions and Answers to help you understand our continuing commitment to you and your privacy.

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What information is collected?

Pfizer collects both personal information and non-personal technical or aggregate information. You may notice that the Pfizer Privacy Policy explains how cookies are sometimes linked to user preference data. Because of this linkage, Pfizer considers some cookies to constitute the collection of personal information. We do this in part because we have an expansive definition of personal information to make sure we protect personal information in all its forms. Pfizer also explicitly recognizes that some personal information may be especially sensitive, such as medical or health data. As explained in our policy, Pfizer will use personal information only for authorized purposes, and for sensitive information, Pfizer will use such information only with your permission.

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The Pfizer policy has a section on tracking technologies. Am I tracked on the Pfizer web sites?

Pfizer itself and through our third party service providers uses a number of common Internet tracking technologies to identify visitors on our web sites, such as cookies, log files or pixel-tags, sometimes called web beacons. These technologies facilitate some of the personalization and functionality you see on the Pfizer web sites, as well as help to deliver advertisements. You can usually set your web browser to control whether you will accept cookies, reject cookies, or to notify you when a cookie is sent to your browser.

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Does Pfizer collect click stream data?

In order to understand who visits our web sites, we track visitors' use of our web sites, including the web site that a visitor came from (known as the referring URL). But it does not track your web site activities after you leave the Pfizer web sites.

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How is my personal information collected?

Pfizer collects personal information from you only when you visit this web site. To help you better understand how we collect and use personal information, Pfizer's policy elaborates on the means of information collection, such as the fact that it may collect information from outside sources. Pfizer also has a referral function called "Tell A Friend" where you can refer people to our site by providing their name and e-mail address, as well as your information. As stated in our Privacy Policy, we will use the information you provide using "Tell A Friend" only to send a one-time invitation to the site.

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Does Pfizer personalize its web site and marketing communications?

Yes. Pfizer uses cookies and other technologies to personalize your experience on our web sites. We tailor our marketing communications to present you with more relevant offers and information. You can change your preferences at any time by opting-out or by e-mailing us at privacy.officer@pfizer.com, or logging into your account to update your information. We also provide unsubscribe instructions in marketing communications we send to you.

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What happens if this policy changes?

Business needs and information technology are constantly changing. Pfizer may, from time to time, makes changes to the way we handle information. If we make any significant changes to this Privacy Policy, we will attempt to notify you by posting to this web site, and where appropriate, we will obtain your consent before we use any information we had previously collected for a different purpose. If we transfer a business unit (such as a subsidiary) or an asset (such as a web site) to another company, we will require it to honor the terms of this Privacy Policy.

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Are there any changes in the way my information is shared?

We do not sell, rent or share your personal information with outside third parties except as described in Pfizer's Privacy Policy. We will use our best efforts to limit other companies' use of personally identifiable or health care information. For onward transfers to third parties, we will provide you with notice and choice before either personal information or sensitive information is transferred by Pfizer to a third party, as described in the consent you will be asked to provide. We may, however, share personal information without your consent where we believe it is required by law, or where necessary to prevent the death or serious injury of an individual.

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How can I control what happens to my personal information?

Pfizer uses your personal information only to provide the services or information that you request, and will tell you how your information will be used when we collect it. In addition to the right to opt-out of marketing messages, you can contact us to remove or update your personal information by e-mailing or updating your online account. If you have any questions about your personal information or this Privacy Policy, you should first contact the Privacy Officer. You can e-mail us at privacy.officer@pfizer.com or send us a letter at:

Pfizer Inc.
Privacy Officer
235 East 42nd St.
Mailstop 235/27/5
New York, NY 10017

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Pfizer Inc Privacy Policy FAQ's updated July 15, 2010.