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The hidden medico-legal risks of sharing information electronically

The hidden medico-legal risks of sharing information electronically

The use of electronic communication in general practice is essential, but just how risky is sending emails or electronic pathology referrals?


Is your practice prepared against data loss and data theft?

Is your practice prepared against data loss and data theft?

Business as usual can grind to a halt without reliable backup systems in place – and can result in major cost blowouts, writes Dr Rob Hosking.


‘I was hacked’: GP’s stark warning for colleagues

‘I was hacked’: GP’s stark warning for colleagues

High-profile Melbourne GP Dr Mukesh Haikerwal has called for vigilance after hackers stole his identity then tried to steal his money.


GP provider details compromised in Medibank leak

GP provider details compromised in Medibank leak

Australia’s largest health insurer says it has not yet determined the extent of the breach, with the AFP now also becoming involved.


Information security guide to keep GP data safe

Information security guide to keep GP data safe

Worried an Optus-style data breach could affect you? An updated information security resource is now available for general practice.


Spotlight on privacy as health sector reports most data breaches

Spotlight on privacy as health sector reports most data breaches

To mark Privacy Awareness Week, the RACGP is reminding practices to review policies and procedures to ensure health information is secure.


Audit reveals potential security risks in My Health Record

Audit reveals potential security risks in My Health Record

It also found monitoring and evaluation arrangements for the system are ‘largely appropriate’.


Department of Health tackles concern over PIP QI requirements

Department of Health tackles concern over PIP QI requirements

The DoH has issued a clarification regarding GP concerns over a perceived requirement for practices to develop their own data-extraction software.


Refresh for the RACGP’s social media guide

Refresh for the RACGP’s social media guide

The updated guide is designed to help new and experienced social media users.


Q&A: Why does information security matter in general practice?

Q&A: Why does information security matter in general practice?

GP – and former IT systems administrator – Dr David Adam wants GPs to know why information security is so important.


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