Seneca County General Health District – Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 27, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how the Seneca County General Health District (“we,” “our,” or “the Health District”) collects, uses, and protects information obtained through our website at [https://senecahealthdept.org/].
Purpose
The Seneca County General Health District is committed to protecting the privacy and security of visitors to our website. This policy explains how we manage and protect information collected online in compliance with applicable privacy, public health, and public records laws.
Information We Collect
We may collect:
– Personal Information that you voluntarily provide through forms, surveys, or email communication, such as name, address, phone number, and email address.
– Non-personal information automatically collected through analytics tools, including browser type, IP address, and pages visited, used for statistical and security purposes.
Use of Information
Collected information may be used to:
– Respond to inquiries, service requests, or public health concerns.
– Improve website content, functionality, and public communication.
– Support data reporting and program administration in accordance with state and local laws.
We do not sell, lease, or trade personal information. Data may be shared with authorized third-party partners who provide website, hosting, or data services under strict confidentiality agreements.
Public Records
As a public agency, the Health District complies with Ohio’s Public Records Act. Information submitted through this website may be subject to disclosure unless exempt under state or federal law (e.g., HIPAA-protected health information).
Cookies and Analytics
The website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.
Security
We implement reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no internet-based system is completely secure.
External Links
This website may link to other sites for convenience or reference. The Health District is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites.
Health Information
The Health District complies with HIPAA and other applicable regulations to protect the privacy of individuals’ health information. Protected health information (PHI) will only be collected or disclosed in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The current version will always be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Contact
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Seneca County General Health District
Email: [ehandru@senecahealthdept.org]
Address: [92 E. Perry St., Tiffin, OH 44883]
Phone: [(419) 447-3691]