In our latest episode of the PrivacyRules Privacyespresso series, we delved into the latest news on privacy, data protection, and technologies in Belgium. This privacyespresso focused on the European Health Data Space (EHDS) initiative with insights from Magdalena Kogut-Czarkowska, lawyer at Timelex, PrivacyRules Belgian law firm member.
Magdalena, an expert in data privacy with a particular focus on the health sector, discusses the significant developments in the EHDS, an initiative started by the EU in 2022. The EHDS aims to create a unified framework for health data access and control across all EU member states, enhancing both primary and secondary uses of health data.
Key points:
- Primary use of health data: Empowering patients with control over their health data for medical treatment purposes, building on GDPR rights.
- Secondary use of health data: Facilitating the use of health data for scientific research, innovation, and public health purposes, with a framework ensuring complete and unbiased data sets.
- Regulatory updates: Introduction of an opt-out right for secondary use of health data and significant fines for non-compliance, aligning with GDPR standards.
Future outlook:
- Expect the publication of the official EHDS text in autumn, with most provisions coming into play within four years.
- Ongoing efforts by member states and various European Commission projects to establish the necessary infrastructure and authorities.
Listen to Magdalena’s insights on how the EHDS complements GDPR, ensuring robust data protection while fostering innovation in healthcare.
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