Effective Date: Oct. 16, 2025
Last Updated: Oct. 16, 2025

 

1. Introduction

Central West Medicale Inc. (“Central West Medical,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
 

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you access or use our website https://www.centralwestmed.com/.

 

We comply with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173), its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and relevant international data protection principles, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable.

 

By using our Website, you consent to this Privacy Policy.

 

 

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of data:

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a. Personal Information You Provide

When you interact with our Website, we may collect:

• Full name

• Email address

• Contact number

• Company name or position (if applicable)

• Messages or inquiries you send via forms or email

• Subscription information (if you sign up for newsletters or updates)

 

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type and operating system

• Pages visited, time spent, and referring website

• Approximate location (via IP geolocation)

• Cookies and similar technologies

 

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to improve your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content.

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit certain Website features.

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3. Purpose of Collection and Use

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Website and services

• To respond to your inquiries, requests, or feedback

• To send updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (with your consent)

• To analyze usage trends and improve our Website’s performance

• To maintain security and prevent fraud

• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

 

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4. Legal Basis for Processing (Under DPA & GDPR)

We process your personal information based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide information or agree to receive communications.

• Contract: When processing is necessary to perform a contract with you or fulfill a request.

• Legal obligation: When required by applicable laws or regulations.

• Legitimate interest: When necessary for our business operations and not overridden by your rights.

 

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us (see Section 11).

 

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5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal data with:

• Authorized personnel within Central West Medical who need access to perform their duties.

• Third-party service providers (e.g., website hosting, analytics, or email marketing platforms) under strict confidentiality agreements.

• Regulatory or law enforcement authorities, if required by law or legal process.

• Business transfers, in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of company assets.

• We ensure that all third parties observe equivalent levels of data protection.

 

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6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated in this Policy or as required by law.
 

After the retention period, your data will be securely deleted, anonymized, or otherwise disposed of in accordance with legal standards.

 

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7. Data Security

We implement organizational, physical, and technical measures to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Examples include:

• Secure servers and firewalls

• Encryption protocols

• Restricted employee access

• Regular system audits and monitoring

 

While we take these measures seriously, no electronic system is completely secure. Use of the internet carries inherent risks.

 

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8. Your Rights as a Data Subject

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and, where applicable, the GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information

• Correct or update inaccurate data

• Object to processing or withdraw consent

• Erase or “be forgotten”

• Restrict processing under certain conditions

• Data portability (request transfer of your data in a structured format)

• File a complaint before the National Privacy Commission (NPC) if you believe your rights have been violated

 

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

 

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9. International Data Transfers

If we transfer your personal data to servers or partners located outside the Philippines, we ensure such transfers comply with the Data Privacy Act and international data protection standards, ensuring adequate safeguards are in place.

 

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10. Links to Other Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

 

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11. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please contact:

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Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Central West Medicale Inc.
IMJ Building, Upper Pakigne, Minglanilla, Cebu, Philippines
📧 Email: generalsales@centralwestmed.com

📞 Phone: (63) 32 239-1825

 

For complaints or inquiries, you may also contact the National Privacy Commission (NPC):
📧 Email: info@privacy.gov.ph

🌐 Website: https://privacy.gov.ph

 

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12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
All changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed.