Privacy and Freedom of Information

Your Privacy

Colac Area Health protects your privacy by keeping personal information secure from unauthorised access, use or loss.

This is in accordance with the Information Privacy Act 2000, Health Records Act 2001 and Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. 

Freedom of Information

In accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 1982, you have the right to request access to your medical record and personal information held by Colac Area Health. If you wish to access your information contact the Freedom of Information Officer on 03 5232 5100 to obtain an application form. You may be required to pay a fee.

If you identify information that is incorrect you have a right to request that it is amended.