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When can confidentiality be breached in health and social care?

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HIPAA violations. Including the discussing or accessing of patient information without their consent.

Example: A doctor/social worker discusses a patient’s information with colleagues or friends who are not involved with the treatment of patient and don’t have the patient’s consent.
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