Non-Public Health Care Institution – €7,700 Fine (Poland, 2025)
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A non-public health care institution in Poland was fined for not protecting patient health records during home visits. This is important because it shows that organizations must consider risks like theft when handling sensitive information. It reminds health care providers to implement better security measures.
What happened
The institution failed to account for the risk of car theft when transporting patient health records.
Who was affected
Patients whose health records were at risk due to inadequate security measures.
What the authority found
The Polish DPA determined that the institution did not adequately protect sensitive data, resulting in the fine.
Why this matters
This ruling emphasizes the need for health care providers to assess risks in their data handling practices. It serves as a warning for all businesses to prioritize data security.
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The Polish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 7,700 on a non-public health care institution. The controller offered home visits by doctors as part of its services. For this purpose, doctors used their private cars and carried patients' health records in them. However, in its risk analysis, the controller failed to take into account the possibility of car theft, resulting in a fine being issued.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Non-Public Health Care Institution in PL
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
4 August 2025
Authority
Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych
Fine Amount
€7,700
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2765
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Non-Public Health Care Institution - Poland (2025). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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