UTHealth Houston SCaN Lab Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes the policies and procedures of the Schnur Communication and Neurocognition (SCaN) lab at UTHealth Houston on the collection, use, and disclosure of Your information when You participate in our research studies and tells You about Your privacy rights and how the law protects You.
We use your Personal data to improve our research. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
The following statements describe data collection and use for the purpose of SMS (also known as “text message”) communication.
• Data Collection: We will collect your name, email address, mailing address, and mobile phone number when you sign up for SMS updates. The information will be collected in-person during the informed consent process.
• Data Usage: We use your data solely for sending appointment reminders, parking instructions, and study surveys related to our research appointments.
• Data Security: We protect your data with secure storage measures to prevent unauthorized access.
• Data Retention: We retain your information as long as you are subscribed to our SMS service. You may request deletion of your information at any time.
• MESSAGE AND DATA RATES MAY APPLY. Your mobile carrier may charge fees for sending or receiving text messages, especially if you do not have an unlimited texting or data plan.
• Messages are recurring, and message frequency varies.
• Contact the ScaN Lab at UTHealth Houston at 713-489-0723 or scanlab@uth.tmc.edu for HELP or to STOP receiving messages.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of SMS communication at any time by texting, emailing, or replying STOP or CANCEL to scanlab@uth.tmc.edu or 713-489-0723. After unsubscribing, you will receive a final SMS to confirm you have unsubscribed and we will remove your number from our list within 24 hours.
• You can send HELP for additional assistance, and you will receive a text including our Phone number and email. We are here to help you.
• Non-Sharing Clause: We do not share your data with third parties for marketing purposes. The ScaN Lab at UTHealth Houston will not sell, rent, or share the collected mobile numbers.