{"id":244,"date":"2025-11-04T05:54:42","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T21:54:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fogo365.com\/?page_id=244"},"modified":"2025-11-18T19:24:16","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T11:24:16","slug":"fogo-disclaimer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/fogo365.com\/index.php\/fogo-disclaimer\/","title":{"rendered":"Disclaimer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

By accessing and using www.fogo365.com<\/strong><\/a> (\u201cFogo\u201d or \u201cthe Platform\u201d), you acknowledge and accept the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulatory Compliance<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Fogo may function as a data processor<\/strong> for information originating from jurisdictions such as the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United States. However, Fogo is not currently compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)<\/strong> of the European Union or with United States-specific regulations<\/strong>, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Fogo is globally accessible, it is solely your responsibility<\/strong> to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Obtain all required local authorisations or approvals;
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  • Ensure that your use of Fogo complies with all applicable local, regional, or national data protection laws<\/strong>;
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  • Cease use of the Platform if you are uncertain about your regulatory obligations.
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    Use of Health Data from the USA<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    If you are using Fogo to process health-related data originating in the United States<\/strong>, please be advised:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Fogo is not HIPAA-compliant.<\/strong>
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    • You are required to ensure your own compliance<\/strong> with relevant federal, state, and local data protection laws<\/strong>.
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    • You must obtain all necessary consents<\/strong> from relevant regulatory authorities and affected individuals before using the platform.
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    • If there is any doubt about legal or regulatory compliance, you must refrain from using the platform<\/strong>.
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      About GDPR<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)<\/strong> is a regulation enacted by the European Union effective from 25 May 2018<\/strong>, designed to protect the privacy and personal data of EU individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Key provisions include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Data subjects must provide informed consent<\/strong> prior to data collection;
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      • Individuals have the right to access, correct, or delete<\/strong> their personal data;
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      • Organizations must report certain data breaches within 72 hours<\/strong>.
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        GDPR applies to any business processing personal data of individuals located in the EU, regardless of where the business is based.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        About HIPAA<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)<\/strong> is a U.S. federal law enacted in 1996, governing the privacy and security<\/strong> of individuals\u2019 protected health information (PHI).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Key requirements include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Maintaining confidentiality<\/strong> of patient information;
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        • Implementing physical, administrative, and technical safeguards<\/strong>;
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        • Granting patients rights to access and control<\/strong> their medical data;
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        • Reporting violations, which may result in fines or legal penalties<\/strong>.
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          HIPAA applies to covered entities and their business associates within the U.S. healthcare system<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Can Fogo Be Used in a GDPR\/HIPAA-Compliant Manner?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Yes\u2014if you deploy Fogo on your own private infrastructure<\/strong>, it may be used in a manner that is compliant with applicable data protection laws, subject to the following actions taken by you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Steps for Compliance (User Responsibility):<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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          1. Register a domain<\/strong> in your own country of operation.
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          2. Purchase an Amazon server<\/strong> located within your own country or jurisdiction.Fogo can only be installed in an Amazon server.
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          3. Install the Fogo system<\/strong> on your private server, thereby establishing it as your proprietary system.
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          4. Register your deployment<\/strong> with the relevant regulatory authorities in your jurisdiction.
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            Costs and Support<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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            • Estimated Annual Cost:<\/strong> Operating Fogo on your own Amazon server typically incurs an estimated maintenance cost of approximately USD $5,000 (or local equivalent)<\/strong> annually.
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            • Feature Updates:<\/strong> All system-wide feature updates<\/strong> developed by Fogo will be made available to self-hosted users at no additional cost.
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            • Technical Support:<\/strong> Fogo offers ongoing technical support<\/strong> on a fee-for-service basis at a standard rate of USD $60 per hour<\/strong>.
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              Considering Building Your Own Practice Management System?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              Before you proceed, be aware that developing a robust, fully functional practice management system requires substantial time, expertise, and financial investment. The Fogo team has dedicated more than 10 years and invested over USD 1 million in creating our current system\u2014excluding the significant additional resources spent on ongoing maintenance, bug resolution, and continuous improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Please consult with your legal counsel or compliance advisor to assess your specific obligations before using Fogo in regulated environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Thinking of Investing in Us?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              We\u2019d love to hear from you! Please reach out at contact@fogo365.com<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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