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Physician: Insufficient legal basis for data processing

The DPA of Bremen imposed a fine on a physician for using a patient's contact details to contact them privately without their consent.

Physician
GERMANY
Art. 6 GDPR

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The DPA of Bremen imposed a fine on a physician for using a patient's contact details to contact them privately without their consent.

Industry: Health Care

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