Introduction
Welcome to The Hazelton Clinic’s Privacy Policy. At The Hazelton Clinic, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website and use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect the following personal information from you:
– Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, address, next of kin, GP/school.
– Health Information: Medical history, treatment details, and other health-related information.
– Payment Information: Credit card details.
How We Use Your Information
Personal Information
We use your personal information to:
– Provide mental health services and support
– Schedule and manage appointments
– Process payments
– Communicate with you about your treatment (counselling, assessment, etc.) and our services
– Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties except as described below:
– Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in providing our services, such as billing and payment processing and appointment scheduling.
– Outside Parties: After receiving your consent we may contact your Pharmacist, GP, school, other medical practitioner.
– Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, or similar legal process, or in response to a request from a government agency.
Data Security
We implement a variety of security measures to protect your personal information. These measures include:
– Encryption of sensitive information
– Secure access controls
– Regular security assessments and updates
However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Your Rights
You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
– Access: You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you.
– Correction: You have the right to request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
– Deletion: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions. – Restriction: You have the right to request the restriction of the processing of your personal information.
– Portability: You have the right to request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@hazelton.ie or 021 493 6006.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
The Hazelton Clinic Ardfallon Medical Centre, Douglas Road,
Cork
info@hazelton.ie
021 493 6006
Thank you for trusting The Hazelton Clinic with your mental health care needs. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of your personal information.
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This policy was last reviewed on June 2024.
