Privacy Policy of Elevation Health Effective Date: 03/2/2024
A. Introduction Oakview Chiropractic Center is committed to protecting
your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and
safeguard your personal information.
B. Information We Collect
a) Personal Information: When provided
voluntarily by individuals, we may collect personal information such as names,
addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers.
b) Non-Personal Information: For statistical purposes, we may also collect
non-personal information such as browser type, operating system, and IP
address.
C. How We Use Your Information We may use the collected
information for purposes, including but not limited to: a) Providing
and personalizing our services. b) Processing transactions and delivering
products. c) Sending periodic emails related to your orders or
inquiries.
D. Disclosure of Information We do not sell, trade, or
otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your
consent, except as set forth in this Privacy Policy.
a) Third-Party Service Providers: We may share
information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our
website, conducting our business, or servicing you.
b) Legal Compliance: We may disclose information when required by law
or in response to lawful requests by public authorities. Data disclosure laws
vary between countries, and even within countries, they can be subject to
federal, state/provincial, and local regulations. In the United States and
Canada, data disclosure laws encompass a combination of federal and
provincial/state regulations. I'll provide you with a brief overview of the
major federal laws in both countries.
United States:
1. Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act):
Overview: The FTC Act broadly prohibits unfair and deceptive practices in
commerce, including the unauthorized disclosure of personal information.
Enforcement: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enforces the FTC Act.
2. Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA): Overview:
Primarily applicable to financial institutions, GLBA requires these
institutions to protect the privacy and security of consumer financial
information. Enforcement: Various federal agencies, including the FTC, have
enforcement authority.
3. Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act (HIPAA): Overview: Applies to protected health information
held by covered entities and their business associates. It sets standards for
the privacy and security of health information. Enforcement: The Department of
Health and Human Services (HHS) is responsible for enforcing HIPAA.
4 Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): Overview: COPPA
regulates the online collection of personal information from children under 13.
It requires obtaining parental consent. Enforcement: The FTC enforces COPPA.
5. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): Overview: State-level
legislation granting California residents specific privacy rights and imposing
obligations on businesses handling their personal information. Enforcement: The
California Attorney General can enforce the CCPA.
Canada:
1. Personal Information Protection and
Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA): Overview: Applies to private-sector
organizations engaged in commercial activities. It regulates the collection,
use, and disclosure of personal information. Enforcement: The Office of the
Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) oversees PIPEDA compliance.
2. Provincial Legislation: In addition to
PIPEDA, some provinces have their own privacy legislation. For example, Alberta
and British Columbia have their own private-sector privacy laws. Please
be advised these laws are subject to change, and new regulations may be
introduced. Always consult with legal professionals to ensure compliance with
the latest data disclosure laws that apply to your specific circumstances.
E. Cookies and Tracking Technologies We use cookies to
enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookies through your
browser settings.
F. Your Choices You have the right to access,
correct, or delete your personal information. To do so, please contact us at:
dr.s@oakviewchiropractic.com
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G. Security We implement reasonable security measures to protect
your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or
electronic storage is completely secure.
H. Changes to this Privacy Policy We reserve the right to update
this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon
posting to the website.
I. Contact Us If you have any questions
or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at
dr.s@oakviewchiropractic.com