Legal and Ethical Challenges in Digital Health Data Privacy: Navigating Patient Rights and Data Security in Telemedicine

Abstract

This study discusses the legal and ethical challenges related to digital health data privacy in the context of telemedicine, with a focus on patient rights protection and data security. Along with the development of technology and the widespread use of telemedicine, the issue of health data privacy has become increasingly complex. This study uses a qualitative approach with literature study and library research methods to examine existing academic perspectives related to legal and ethical aspects in digital health data management. Through a review of the current literature and case studies, this article identifies the key challenges faced, including the risk of privacy breaches, concerns related to third-party access, and the potential imbalance between the need for accurate health data and the protection of patient privacy. The study also highlights the importance of adaptive regulation as well as a rigorous ethical framework to ensure that health data security is maintained without compromising patient rights. These findings underscore that solutions that combine strong privacy policies, encryption technologies, and transparency in data management are key in navigating data privacy challenges in the field of telemedicine. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the legal and ethical challenges in the field of digital health data privacy as well as recommendations for policymakers and health practitioners in safeguarding patient rights in the digital age.