Physician – €5,000 Fine (Italy, 2023)

€5,000Garante per la protezione dei dati personali28 September 2023Italy
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General GDPR enforcement action

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A physician in Italy was fined for improperly sharing patient information. This ruling emphasizes the need for healthcare professionals to protect patient privacy. It serves as a reminder that even small breaches can lead to significant penalties.

What happened

The Italian DPA fined a physician for unlawfully disclosing patient data.

Who was affected

Patients whose personal information was disclosed by the physician.

What the authority found

The Garante found that the physician violated data protection rules by sharing patient information without proper authorization.

Why this matters

This case underscores the importance of confidentiality in healthcare. Medical professionals must ensure they handle patient data responsibly to avoid fines.

GDPR Articles Cited

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Art. 9(GDPR)
Art. 5(1)(a) GDPR
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Art. 9(GDPR)

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Details

Fine Date

28 September 2023

Authority

Garante per la protezione dei dati personali

Fine Amount

€5,000

Enforcement Tracker ID

ETid-2095

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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Physician - Italy (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu

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