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Health care worker – €56 Fine (Estonia, 2020)
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A health care worker accessed personal data in a health database for private research without proper authorization. This action raised concerns about privacy and the protection of sensitive health information. It highlights the importance of following data protection rules when handling personal data.
What happened
A health care worker accessed personal data in a health database for private research activities without consent.
Who was affected
Individuals whose personal health data was accessed by the health care worker.
What the authority found
The authority found that the health care worker violated GDPR principles regarding data access and processing.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes that even health care professionals must adhere to strict data protection standards. Companies should ensure that all employees understand the rules around accessing personal data.
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Acess to personal data in a health database for private research activities.
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Details
Fine Date
17 August 2020
Authority
Andmekaitse Inspektsioon
Fine Amount
€56
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Health care worker - Estonia (2020). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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