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Azienda socio sanitaria territoriale nord Milano, C.F. – €40,000 Fine (Italy, 2023)
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Azienda socio sanitaria territoriale nord Milano, C.F. was fined EUR 40,000 for allowing a patient's spouse to receive their COVID test report without authorization. This ruling underscores the need for healthcare providers to protect patient confidentiality. Organizations must have strict protocols to ensure sensitive information is shared only with authorized individuals.
What happened
Azienda socio sanitaria territoriale nord Milano, C.F. shared a patient's COVID test report with their spouse without permission.
Who was affected
A patient whose COVID test report was disclosed to an unauthorized person.
What the authority found
The Italian DPA ruled that the healthcare provider violated GDPR by failing to protect patient data from unauthorized access.
Why this matters
This case serves as a critical reminder for healthcare organizations to prioritize patient privacy and implement robust data protection measures.
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The Italian DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 40,000 on Azienda socio sanitaria territoriale nord Milano, C.F.. During its investigation, the DPA found that a patient's spouse had received their husband's COVID test report from an employee of the health authority without authorization.
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Details
Fine Date
7 December 2023
Authority
Garante per la protezione dei dati personali
Fine Amount
€40,000
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Azienda socio sanitaria territoriale nord Milano, C.F. - Italy (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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