📋 Patient Terms of Service & Data Consent Agreement
This is a comprehensive Patient Terms of Service & Data Consent Agreement tailored for the Irish market.
This document serves two critical functions:
- The Contract: It governs the legal relationship between the user and your App.
- The Privacy Mandate: It collects the "Explicit Consent" required under Article 9 of the GDPR to process health data.
- ☐ I agree to the Terms & Conditions.
- ☐ I consent to the processing of my sensitive health data as described in Section 6.
PATIENT TERMS OF USE & CONSENT TO PROCESS DATA
Last Updated: February 4, 2026
Effective Date: February 4, 2026
By registering an account or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING A MEDICAL EMERGENCY (E.G., CHEST PAIN, DIFFICULTY BREATHING, SEVERE BLEEDING), DO NOT USE THIS SERVICE. HANG UP AND DIAL 112 OR 999 IMMEDIATELY.
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 These Terms and Conditions (the "Terms") govern your access to and use of the OLIVE Health Services mobile application and website (the "Platform"), operated by OLIVE Health Services, a company registered in Ireland at 47 The Green, Elsmore, Jigginstown, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 X47D (the "Company", "We", or "Us").
1.2 By registering an account, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and legally capable of entering into binding contracts.
2. NATURE OF THE SERVICE (The "Platform Model")
2.1 We are an Intermediary: You acknowledge that the Company is a technology service provider, not a medical clinic. We provide the digital infrastructure to connect you (the "Patient") with independent healthcare professionals (clinicians, phlebotomists, doctors) (the "Providers").
2.2 The Provider is Responsible: The medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical services are provided solely by the independent Provider. The Company does not practice medicine and is not responsible for the quality or accuracy of the medical advice given.
3. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION & SECURITY
3.1 To use the Service, you must create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information (e.g., legal name, date of birth, address).
3.2 You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
4. SERVICE LIMITATIONS (Telehealth)
4.1 Not for Emergencies: This Platform is suitable only for non-emergency medical issues.
4.2 Remote Limitations: You acknowledge that online consultations have limitations compared to in-person examinations. If a Provider determines that your condition requires a physical examination or urgent care, they will decline to treat you online and refer you to a physical clinic/A&E.
4.3 Prescriptions: Providers issue prescriptions at their sole clinical discretion. The Platform guarantees neither a prescription nor a specific diagnosis. Controlled drugs (e.g., sleeping pills, opioids) will generally not be prescribed via this Platform.
5. PAYMENTS, CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS
5.1 Fees: You agree to pay the Consultation Fee displayed on the App prior to booking.
5.2 Payment Processing: Payments are processed via a third-party processor (e.g., Stripe/PayPal). We do not store your full credit card details.
5.3 Cancellation Policy:
- More than 24 hours notice: Full Refund.
- Less than 24 hours notice: 50% Cancellation Fee applies.
- No-Show (Missed Appointment): No Refund.
5.4 Failed Phlebotomy Visits: For home blood tests, if the phlebotomist arrives but cannot access your property or you are not present, no refund will be issued.
6. DATA PROTECTION & EXPLICIT CONSENT (GDPR)
6.1 Legal Basis: To provide this Service, we must process "Special Category Data" (your health information) as defined under Article 9 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
6.2 Explicit Consent: By ticking the box "I Consent to Data Processing" during registration, you explicitly consent to:
- Collection: Us collecting your symptom history, medical notes, medication records, and video/audio metadata from consultations.
- Sharing: Us sharing this data securely with the specific Provider(s) you book and, where necessary, with pharmacies (for prescriptions) or labs (for blood tests).
- Retention: Us retaining your medical records for the statutory retention period required by Irish Law (typically 8 years or more), even if you close your account.
6.3 Your Rights: You have the right to access, rectify, or request erasure of your data (subject to our legal obligation to keep medical records). Please refer to our Privacy Policy for full details.
7. USER CONDUCT
7.1 You agree to treat our Providers and support staff with respect.
7.2 We reserve the right to terminate your account immediately if you are abusive, threatening, or behave inappropriately during a consultation or home visit.
8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
8.1 To the fullest extent permitted by Irish law, the Company shall not be liable for:
- Any incorrect medical diagnosis or advice provided by the independent Provider.
- Any technical failure (e.g., internet dropout) that interrupts a consultation.
- Any indirect or consequential loss (e.g., loss of earnings).
8.2 Nothing in these Terms excludes our liability for death or personal injury caused by our own negligence (e.g., platform security failure).
9. DISPUTES & JURISDICTION
9.1 These Terms are governed by the Laws of Ireland.
9.2 Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Ireland.
📱 UX/UI Advice for "Consent" (GDPR Compliance)
Since you are dealing with health data, a simple "Terms of Use" link in the footer is not enough. You need a "Just-in-Time Consent" flow during the sign-up process.
Recommended Sign-Up Flow:
- Screen 1: User enters Email/Password.
- Screen 2 (The Legal Check):
- ☐ "By creating an account, I agree to the Terms & Conditions." (Required Checkbox)
- ☐ "I explicitly consent to the processing of my Health Data (including medical history and consultation notes) for the purpose of receiving medical care." (Required Checkbox - This is vital for Article 9 GDPR compliance)
- ☐ "I consent to receive marketing emails." (Optional Checkbox - Must be unticked by default)
Important: The checkboxes must be actively clicked by the user (not pre-ticked) to be legally valid under GDPR.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Postal Address
OLIVE Health Services
47 The Green, Elsmore
Jigginstown, Naas
Co. Kildare, W91 X47D