GENEVIEVE Serra reports a serious privacy breach involving the confidential medical records of nearly 3,000 local police officers in the South African Police Service (SAPS). These records, which have allegedly leaked among staff, contain sensitive information including diagnoses of alcoholism, bipolar disorder, PTSD, major depression, and cancer. An independent investigation is underway, raising concerns about data protection measures and accountability within the SAPS.
ZA: Confidential medical records of 3,000 South African Police Service officers leaked
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