Effective access control is crucial for several reasons:
Privacy Protection: Ensures that personal health information (PHI) is only accessible to authorized individuals, protecting patients' privacy. Data Integrity: Prevents unauthorized modifications to data, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of epidemiological research. Compliance: Helps meet regulatory requirements such as HIPAA in the United States or GDPR in the European Union. Security: Protects against unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats.
