The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services settled with Saint Joseph’s Medical Center in Yonkers for unlawfully releasing COVID-19 patients’ health information to the media. The hospital must pay $80,000, implement a corrective action plan, and train staff on HIPAA compliance. OCR has been cracking down on PHI breaches, with large fines imposed on violators. Healthcare providers must prioritize patient privacy and follow the law.
Google’s New Shielded Email Feature Let Users Hide Email From Apps
Google is developing Shielded Email to create disposable email aliases for users signing up for apps, enhancing privacy and combating spam. Integrated with Gboard, this
