What ethical considerations are involved in data collection and usage?
Ethical data collection and usage involve respecting privacy and confidentiality of participants. Researchers must ensure that personal health information is collected, stored, and shared securely to prevent unauthorized access and breaches of confidentiality. Data should be anonymized or de-identified wherever possible to protect individuals' identities. Additionally, researchers must be transparent about how data will be used and obtain consent for any secondary uses of the data.
