What are the Legal Frameworks Protecting Patient Privacy?
Several laws and regulations protect patient privacy in gynecology. In the United States, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets the standard for protecting sensitive patient information. HIPAA requires healthcare providers to implement safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and security of health information. Other countries have similar regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, which also emphasizes protecting personal data.
