#data-security
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Why every clinic needs an audit trail
An audit trail logs who did what and when, including who viewed or downloaded a record. Here is why your clinic needs one and how to evaluate it.
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What to do if your clinic has a data breach
A calm, step-by-step plan for a clinic data breach: contain it, find the scope, preserve your logs, notify the right people, and meet your duties in India.
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Patient consent under the DPDP Act: a clinic's guide
How a clinic handles patient consent under the DPDP Act: give a clear notice, take free and informed consent, honour withdrawal, and protect children's data.
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Patient data security for clinics: a practical guide
A clinic owner's practical playbook for patient data security in India: access control, audit trails, consent under DPDP, breach response, and record retention.
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How long should a clinic keep patient records?
There is no single national rule. Indoor records are commonly kept 3 years under the IMC Regulations 2002, with longer for medico-legal cases. Confirm yours.
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How a small clinic can keep patient records secure
Most clinic data leaks come from habits, not hackers. Unique logins, locked screens, fast offboarding and least-privilege roles protect patient records cheaply.
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