Consumer consent form in community languages: Primary Care Partnerships - Victorian Government Health Information, Australia

Consumer consent form in community languages

Overview

Health information is sensitive and consumers need to be confident that they have made an informed decision regarding the disclosure and sharing/release of their information. The Health Records Act 2001 places limits on when and how an organisation can share information. The essential principle is that a consumer's health information may only be used or disclosed for the purpose for which it was collected, or for purposes as authorised by law. It is critical, therefore that the consumer understands what they are consenting to and for what purpose, and that they can refuse to provide their consent without it impacting on the referral.

When using the 19 translated consent forms health practitioners need to ensure that appropriate practices are in place. This would include the use of interpreter services when deemed suitable.

The consumer consent form has been translated into 19 community languages and will be translated into further community languages at a later date.

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Feedback for the consent form
We value your feedback as it will help to ensure that these consent forms remain useful.

If you have any comments please download and complete the form below.

The feedback form can be emailed to Craig Symes and/or faxed (61 3 9616 8277) to Craig Symes (see attached form below).

For general enquiries to the Department of Health telephone 61 3 90960000


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