Privacy
Policy
DATA PROTECTION POLICY
· All information gathered which is kept in writing will be kept in a securely locked facility
· The data collected is name, address, telephone number, email address, date of birth, profession, medications you are taking and any medical history
· Sharing of information, for example, to your GP, nursing team or further health care professionals will only be done with your consent and knowledge and you may request a copy any letters if required
· Any information left by voicemail will be deleted within 24 hours
· Any information via email may be saved on an electronic device, password protected
· Information and records must be stored for at least 7 years in accordance with the department of health guidelines. After 7 years all paper held information will be destroyed by shredding and electronic data will be deleted
· You may request a copy of information in writing held, this will be issued to you within 28 days after receiving your request
· Any known breaches in data protection will be reported to the appropriate authority and you will be contacted
· Consent for data holding/sharing can be withdrawn in writing however some data need to be kept due to legal reasons.
