How do you feel about people that post situations about others that deal with private issues, just because someone works in the healthcare field does not give them the right to post details, they should have the common decency not to post the particulars about the patients they deal with...
2006-10-16 06:21:54 · 13 answers · asked by Pale 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
I've never read any questions like the ones you're describing, but if they're out there, I think it's wrong. Those patients deserve privacy.
2006-10-16 06:26:08 · answer #1 · answered by Mimi 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depends -- if the poster does it in such a way that the patient discussed could be readily identified, then it's a breach of privacy, possibly even illegal and/or against the privacy rules where that person works.
If it's generic enough so that the patient can't be identified, and the poster is seeking advice without possible harm to the patient, then probably okay -- the internet is causing some interesting etiquette and privacy issues. Thanks for getting me to think about this!
2006-10-16 13:25:48 · answer #2 · answered by peculiarpup 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you can prove that someone who as access to your medical info, has post it on the internet, then you may have a case. Keep in mind if they didnt not use your name and other particulars you may not be able to do something. Best bet? call a lawyer with all the info and see where you stand. So sorry this happened to you. Good luck on a favorable outcome.
2006-10-16 13:27:34 · answer #3 · answered by Obsidian butterfly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as they don't post identifying details, I don't see an issue.
It's common for people to consult with others in their field to get opinions and advice. It's how you learn.
2006-10-16 13:27:17 · answer #4 · answered by BoomChikkaBoom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Data Protection Act 1988 (ammended 2000) says they can't. Heads are gonna roll...
Either that or give 'em a good shooing. Whichever works best for you, really.
2006-10-16 13:25:24 · answer #5 · answered by lickintonight 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
As long as they don't post names, it doesn't violate any laws.
Also, it isn't really hurting anyone as long as their name isn't mentioned. It could be anyone. And it could help someone else with the same problems they were having, all done anonymously.
2006-10-16 13:23:58 · answer #6 · answered by OnOneDreamsAnyway 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a realist conversation. Yahoo! Answers is just of entertainment. How can someone be offended if they are not named?
2006-10-16 13:24:44 · answer #7 · answered by BigMomma 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sue em
2006-10-16 13:23:53 · answer #8 · answered by corpsengineer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in reality, as long as they don't use names, they're not breaking confidenciality. so long as they're not saying, "so and so in room whatever" and just saying "some guy" it's really not an issue. do i think it's right, sure. we all talk about our jobs... in different ways.
2006-10-16 13:26:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well if they dont use there names i dont really see a problem with it but i guess you can tell him/her not to do it when you are telling them or w/e
2006-10-16 13:23:54 · answer #10 · answered by deviously_devine 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋