From 342a372572f1a1798e93c3238d90fe3f238a1a69 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: B M Riazul Islam Date: Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:46:45 +0600 Subject: [PATCH] Added Privacy Policy --- PrivacyPolicySHR.md | 60 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 60 insertions(+) create mode 100644 PrivacyPolicySHR.md diff --git a/PrivacyPolicySHR.md b/PrivacyPolicySHR.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..69668f9 --- /dev/null +++ b/PrivacyPolicySHR.md @@ -0,0 +1,60 @@ +***Privacy Policy for Shareable Health Record (SHR) Bangladesh*** + +**Effective Date:** December 18, 2024 + +**1\. Introduction** + +The Shareable Health Record (SHR) system is a centralized digital platform developed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of Bangladesh.Its purpose is to securely collect, store, and share citizens' health information to enhance healthcare services nationwide. + +**2\. Information We Collect** + +We collect the following types of information: + +- **Personal Identification Information:** Name, date of birth, gender, contact details, National ID (NID), Birth Registration Number (BRN), and Unique Health ID. +- **Health Information:** Medical history, diagnoses, medications, laboratory results, imaging reports, and other health-related data. +- **Demographic Information:** Address, occupation, and other relevant socio-economic data. + +**3\. How We Use Your Information** + +The information collected is used to: + +- **Create Personal Health Profiles (PHP):** Consolidate all medical encounters into a single, unified health record accessible with your consent. +- **Facilitate Health Information Exchange (HIE):** Enable secure sharing of health data among authorized healthcare providers to improve patient care. +- **Enhance Healthcare Services:** Support data-driven decision-making to improve public health outcomes and policy formulation. + +**4\. Information Sharing and Disclosure** + +We may share your information with: + +- **Authorized Healthcare Providers:** To ensure continuity of care and informed medical decision-making. +- **Government Health Agencies:** For public health monitoring and policy development. +- **Research Institutions:** For health research purposes, with all personal identifiers removed to ensure anonymity. + +**5\. Data Security and Privacy** + +We are committed to protecting your personal health information through: + +- **Encryption:** All data is encrypted during transmission and storage to prevent unauthorized access. +- **Access Controls:** Only authorized personnel have access to your information, based on their role and necessity. +- **Regular Audits:** We conduct regular security assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks. + +**6\. Your Rights** + +You have the right to: + +- **Access Your Information:** View your personal health profile through the SHR platform. +- **Request Corrections:** Seek amendments to any inaccuracies in your health records. +- **Withdraw Consent:** Limit or revoke consent for sharing your health information, subject to legal and operational constraints. + +**7\. Changes to This Privacy Policy** + +We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any significant changes will be communicated through our website. + +**8\. Contact Us** + +If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or your personal health information, please contact us at: + +- **Email:** [info@shr.dghs.gov.bd](mailto:info@shr.dghs.gov.bd) +- **Address:** Directorate General of Health Services, Mohakhali, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh. + +By using the SHR system, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this privacy policy and agree to the collection and use of your information as described herein. \ No newline at end of file