How does section 51 of the HCSA interact with the Public Service (Governance) Act, which allows data sharing within the public sector?
The Healthcare Services Act 2020 (HCSA) FAQs, Confidentiality of information
Section 51 of the HCSA allows MOH to accede to a request for medical information by another government agency under the PSGA, only if the conditions for disclosure under section 51(2) of the HCSA are satisfied. This includes obtaining the individual’s consent under section 51(2)(c).
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