Privacy policy.

Effective Date: 5/6/2025

At Good Habits Nutrition, we are committed to maintaining the privacy and security of your protected health information (PHI). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information—including when you communicate with us via SMS (text messaging).

Information We May Collect:

  •  Your name, phone number, and email

  •  Appointment details

  •  Information shared during your care or communications with our staff

How We Use Your Information:

  •  Confirm and remind you of appointments

  •  Respond to your questions about our services

  •  Communicate regarding your care and follow-up

We do not use SMS for marketing or promotional purposes.

SMS Messaging and HIPAA:

By texting us, and opting into SMS communication, you acknowledge and understand the following:

  •  SMS is not a secure method of communication. While we make every effort to protect your privacy, SMS messages may not be encrypted and could be accessed by unauthorized parties (e.g., if your phone is lost or stolen).

  •  We will never send detailed medical information, diagnoses, lab results, or other sensitive PHI via SMS.

If you prefer to avoid SMS for any reason, you can opt out at any time.

  • To opt out any time, reply STOP to any message.

  • To get help, reply HELP or contact us at goodhabitsnutrition@gmail.com.

Data Security:

  • We follow administrative, physical, and technical safeguards in accordance with HIPAA to protect your health information, including access controls and secure storage systems.

No Third-Party Sharing:

  • We do not sell or share your personal or health information with third parties.

  • Mobile information will not be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes.

  • All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

Updates:

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with a revised effective date.

Terms of Service – Good Habits Nutrition SMS Communications

Effective Date: 5/6/2025

By choosing to communicate with Good Habits Nutrition via SMS, you agree to the following terms:

1. SMS Program Purpose:

We use SMS messages strictly for:

  •  Appointment confirmations and reminders

  •  General patient communication

  •  Answering inquiries about our services

We do not use SMS for marketing or promotional messaging.

2. HIPAA; Communication Disclaimer:

  • SMS is not a HIPAA-secure communication method. By opting in, you agree to receive non-sensitive information via SMS and understand:

  •  Text messaging is not encrypted and may be read by others with access to your device or phone account.

  •  We will never transmit personal health records, diagnoses, or treatment plans by SMS.

3. Opt-In/Opt-Out:

  • By initiating a text conversation with us, you consent to receive messages from Good Habits Nutrition.

  • To stop receiving messages, reply STOP.

  • To get help, reply HELP or email goodhabitsnutrition@gmail.com.

4. Message Frequency and Costs:

  • Message frequency varies depending on your interaction with our office. Standard message and data rates may apply, based on your mobile carrier plan.

5. Contact Information:

  • If you have questions about this policy or need support, contact us at: goodhabitsnutrition@gmail.com.