How Does Data Privacy and Security Impact Epidemiology?
Data privacy and security are paramount in epidemiology, where sensitive health data is frequently handled. Regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the EU and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the USA impose strict guidelines on how data should be collected, stored, and shared. Ensuring compliance with these regulations requires significant resources and can sometimes delay research.
