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How is patient data protected?
Patient medical records are safeguarded by strict legal frameworks, primarily the Data Protection Act 2018 and the common law duty of confidentiality. These laws mandate that access is restricted to those with a legitimate clinical need, ensuring privacy and trust. The Nottingham sackings underscore the severe consequences for violating these protections.
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