According to Art. 40 GDPR, associations and other bodies representing categories of controllers or processors are encouraged to prepare codes of conduct, or amend or extend such codes, for the purpose of contributing to the proper application of the GDPR in specific sectors. When such codes of conduct – or amendments to existing ones – […]
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CJEU Broadens Definition of Health Data in Pivotal GDPR Ruling
The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has recently issued a landmark decision (C-21/23 “Lindenapotheke”) that expands the interpretation of what constitutes health data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This ruling has significant implications for businesses, especially those involved in the sale of medicinal products online. A Wider Scope of Health […]
Voice Data as a Health Indicator
In the era of digital health and artificial intelligence, we are witnessing an unprecedented ability to collect and analyze personal data for health insights. One emerging area of interest is the use of voice data as a health indicator. While this technology holds promise for early detection and monitoring of various health conditions, it also […]
GDPR Breach due to Health Data Leak results in 80,000 euro fine for Private Clinic
A private clinic specializing in assisted reproductive technology (ART), experienced a significant data breach due to a cyberattack. The breach compromised the personal data of approximately 400 individuals, including patients and employees. The affected data included identity, contact information, financial details, and sensitive health and genetic information. Even though the breach was detected on 21 […]
The Washington My Health My Data Act enters into force
The Washington My Health My Data Act (henceforth the “MHMDA”) passed the Washington State Legislature on April 17, 2023, and was signed into law on April 27, 2023. The Act includes effective dates on a section-by-section basis with regulated entities being bound to comply with its obligations and prohibitions beginning 31 March 2024. Small businesses […]
Data Protection in (Mental) Health Apps
Mental health matters – and with global crises such as the Covid pandemic shaping our lives in the 2020s, everyone has been talking about it. A common piece of advice for people who are struggling with their mental health is to get help: Find a therapist or speak to a coach or counselor. However, these […]