Health Privacy
/ˈhɛlθ ˈprɪvəsi/
Definitions
- (n.) The right or obligation of individuals to control the collection, use, and disclosure of their personal health information.
Health privacy laws protect patients from unauthorized sharing of their medical records.
- (n.) Legal standards and regulations governing the confidentiality and security of health-related data.
HIPAA sets federal requirements to ensure health privacy is maintained by healthcare providers.
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Commentary
Health privacy often requires balancing individual rights with public health interests and typically involves specific statutory frameworks such as HIPAA in the U.S.
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