Your privacy and the security of your health information are our top priorities.
Last updated: December 15, 2024
1. Introduction
At Treatar ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our healthcare platform and services.
By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We are committed to maintaining the trust and confidence of our users.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We collect personal information that you provide directly to us:
Name, email address, and phone number
Date of birth and gender
Address and location information
Emergency contact information
Insurance information and policy details
Payment and billing information
2.2 Health Information
Protected Health Information
Your health information is protected under HIPAA and other applicable laws. We implement strict security measures to safeguard this sensitive data.
We collect health-related information to provide you with better healthcare services:
Medical history and conditions
Medication lists and dosages
Allergies and adverse reactions
Prescription information
Lab results and diagnostic reports
Family health history
2.3 Usage Information
We automatically collect certain information about your use of our services:
Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
Usage patterns and preferences
Pages visited and features used
Search queries and interactions
Error logs and performance data
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Providing Services: To deliver healthcare services, process prescriptions, and manage your account
Communication: To send you important updates, notifications, and health reminders
Insurance Processing: To submit and track insurance claims on your behalf
Safety: To ensure medication safety and prevent drug interactions
Improvement: To enhance our services and develop new features
Compliance: To meet legal and regulatory requirements
Support: To provide customer support and resolve issues
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
Your Privacy is Protected
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal or health information to third parties for marketing purposes.
We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
4.1 Healthcare Providers
We share relevant information with licensed healthcare providers, pharmacies, and laboratories to provide you with healthcare services. This sharing is done with your consent and in compliance with healthcare privacy laws.
4.2 Insurance Companies
We may share information with your insurance provider to process claims and verify coverage. This sharing is limited to what is necessary for insurance purposes.
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law, such as in response to court orders, subpoenas, or other legal processes. We will notify you of such requests when legally permitted.
4.4 Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and may only use your information to provide services to us.
5. Data Security
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:
Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard protocols
Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can view your information
Audit Logs: We maintain detailed logs of all access to your health information
Regular Security Assessments: We conduct regular security audits and penetration testing
Employee Training: All staff receive regular training on privacy and security
Incident Response: We have procedures in place to respond to security incidents
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. The retention period varies based on the type of information:
Account Information: Retained while your account is active and for 7 years after deactivation
Health Information: Retained for 10 years or as required by healthcare regulations
Prescription Records: Retained for 7 years as required by pharmacy regulations
Payment Information: Retained for 7 years for tax and accounting purposes
Usage Data: Retained for 2 years for service improvement and analytics
7. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access: Request a copy of your personal information
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service
Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
Objection: Object to processing of your information for certain purposes
Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for processing (where applicable)
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
privacy@treatar.com
+234 801 234 5678
123 Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by:
Posting the updated policy on our website
Sending you an email notification
Displaying a notice in our mobile app
Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of December 15, 2024. Treatar is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the highest standards of data security.