Cookies are small data files placed on your computer by a web server through your browser. When a connection between your browser and the server is established, the site recognizes you through cookies. The purpose of cookies is to provide convenience to the website user. There are four types of cookies based on their usage: Session Cookies, Performance Cookies, Functional Cookies, and Advertising and Third-Party Cookies. Medicana Healthcare Group uses session cookies and performance cookies on its websites. Session cookies are temporary cookies stored in the user's browser until they leave the Medicana Healthcare Group website. Persistent cookies, on the other hand, remain in the user's browser unless deleted by the user. The lifespan of cookies varies depending on the user's browser settings.

Type of Cookies

The Function of the Cookie

Session Cookies

This type of cookie is necessary for the Medicana Health Group website to function adequately. These cookies enable the website to be visited and its features to be utilized. Session cookies carry information between pages and eliminate the need to re-enter information.

Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about the frequency of page visits, relevant error messages, time spent on pages, and how the user interacts with the website. This information is used to improve the website's performance.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable the website to remember the user's choices within the site, providing convenience. These cookies provide advanced web features to the users.

Advertising and Third-Party Cookies

Third-party cookies are used on websites to enable certain functions, such as third-party suppliers' cookies.

In general, internet browsers are preset to accept cookies automatically. However, browsers can be configured to block cookies or warn users when a cookie is sent to their device. Managing cookies varies from browser to browser; detailed information can be found in the browser's help menu.