NHS has repeated data breaches

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There are nearly 2,500 breaches of confidentiality by the NHS each year, according to an investigation by a privacy campaign group.

Big Brother Watch discovered cases of private data being stolen, accidentally sent by post or fax as well as inappropriate posting on social media.

In total, there were 7,255 recorded incidents between April 2011 and April 2014.

The organisation said the mistakes were "unacceptable".

Big Brother Watch asked NHS trusts for any breaches of personal data.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-30037938
 
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