Privacy 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Consent for data holding/sharing can be withdrawn in writing however some data need to be kept due to legal reasons.