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Polish Minister of Health – €23,000 Fine (Poland, 2023)
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The Polish Data Protection Authority imposed a fine of EUR 23,000 on the Polish Minister of Health for accessing and sharing sensitive information about a physician. This case is significant because it demonstrates that even government officials must respect privacy laws when handling personal data. Violating these laws can lead to serious consequences.
What happened
The Polish Minister of Health was fined for improperly accessing and disclosing a physician's personal information.
Who was affected
A physician whose private medical information was accessed and shared without consent.
What the authority found
The authority found that the Minister violated GDPR by accessing and publishing sensitive personal data without a valid legal basis.
Why this matters
This case serves as a critical reminder that privacy laws apply universally, including to government officials. It emphasizes the importance of safeguarding personal data in all circumstances.
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The Polish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 23,000 on the Polish Minister of Health. The controller had accessed information via a database relating to a physician who had prescribed themselves psychotropic drugs and then later published this information on a social network.
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Details
Fine Date
20 December 2023
Authority
Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych
Fine Amount
€23,000
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Polish Minister of Health - Poland (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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