Data Protection and GDPR
In Health and Social Care, The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 play a crucial role in ensuring that personal data is handled with the utmost care and integrity. This article delves into the intricacies of GDPR and its impact on the health and social care sector, providing a comprehensive overview to help you understand how these regulations function and why they are essential.
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into effect on 25 May 2018 and aims to harmonise data protection laws across the European Union, giving individuals greater control over their personal data. Even after Brexit, the UK adopted GDPR into national law, supplemented by the Data Protection Act 2018. In health and social care, GDPR sets stringent guidelines on how patient information should be collected, processed, stored, and shared.
Our resources will help you understand all aspects of GDPR and data protection.