What Is Privacy & Security and Why Does It Matter?
In your medical practice, patients are unlikely to share sensitive information unless they trust that you will honor their
confidentiality. As you know, patients who trust their health information will be kept private and secure will be more
willing to discuss their symptoms, conditions, and past and present risk
behaviors.
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