Data privacy regulations: Safeguarding patient information in compliance with policy standards [Video]

By Vineet Aggarwal, CIO, Paras Healthcare

The digital age has revolutionised healthcare delivery, but it has also raised critical concerns about patient data privacy. Sensitive medical information is increasingly collected, stored, and processed electronically, making it vulnerable to unauthorized access, misuse and breaches. To address these concerns, governments around the world are enacting data privacy regulations that set standards for the collection, storage, and use of personal data, including patient information. Data privacy regulations play a vital role in safeguarding this sensitive information and ensuring patient trust in the healthcare system.

Electronic Health Records (EHRs) hold a wealth of data- medical history, diagnoses, treatment plans, and even genetic information. This data is crucial for providing high quality, personalised care. It allows doctors to track a patient’s health journey, identify potential risks, and make informed treatment decisions. Additionally, anonymized patient data fuels groundbreaking research in medicine, leading to new drugs, therapies, and a better understanding of diseases. …