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What Legal Frameworks Govern the Protection of Patient Records?

Various legal frameworks and guidelines govern the protection of patient records:
1. HIPAA: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act sets national standards for the protection of health information in the United States.
2. GDPR: The General Data Protection Regulation is a comprehensive data protection law in the European Union that also covers health information.
3. FERPA: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act protects the privacy of student education records, which can occasionally include health information.

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