Dr. Taylor, a family physician, shares a patient’s medical test results with a specialist via email to seek a second opinion. However, instead of using an encrypted email service, the email is sent through a standard unsecured platform. Later, the patient discovers their test results were accessed by an unauthorized third party. The patient files a complaint, citing a breach of their privacy. .----------->What privacy legislation is most applicable to this scenario?
Question 4Answer
a.
Canada Health Act
b.
Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
c.
Health Information Act (HIA)
d.
Privacy Act