Notably, the new law bans the for profit sale of PHI, requires employees of covered entities to undergo training regarding health privacy law, requires that health care providers supply individuals with access to their PHI within 15 days of a request, increases penalties for the wrongful electronic ...

While e-mail is a great way for physicians to convey and discuss medical reports, test and imaging results and other sensitive information with patients, providers need to be aware of privacy and security issues....

But some of the apps used by Dr. Stark and other may soon be regulated by the FDA. The FDA has publically stated they are encouraging the exciting development of new applications that can make healthcare better. On the other side of the coin the FDA also says they have a public health responsibility...