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Medical association: Insufficient legal basis for data processing
The Italian DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 3,000 on a medical association.
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The Italian DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 3,000 on a medical association. A doctor had filed a complaint because the professional association suspended them for not fulfilling the COVID-19 vaccination obligation and also informed their employer of this. An email from the association requesting notification of the employer was inadvertently sent to other individuals, as a result of which their email addresses and vaccination status became known.
Industry: Health Care