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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
- 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.