EPIC senior counsel warns of privacy risks in unproven health technologies

What happened

The Washington Post health brief quoted EPIC senior counsel Sara Geoghegan stating that emerging health technologies are unproven and may be riddled with privacy risks. She emphasized that companies must build and demonstrate trust, noting they have repeatedly failed to do so. The commentary highlights the tension between encouraging participation in health services and protecting privacy.

Why it matters for trust and compliance

• Its status is announced. It is not law yet. Track it, but do not treat it as an obligation.
• Highlights privacy concerns in emerging health tech, urging companies to address trust and data protection.

Who is affected

Recommended actions

1. Check that privacy notices describe the practices this addresses.
2. Confirm handling of sensitive data categories meets the stricter rules.