How secure are your medical records

As a developer and technologist, staying up-to-date with the latest tools and technologies is important. This lets us build high-quality, innovative and modern applications.

In recent years, there have been many new tools released that make it easier than ever for almost anyone to create and test applications.... but what does this mean for the security of your medical records and personal data?

One of the most exciting new tools is the inclusion of artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities. This allows developers to add intelligent features to their applications, such as natural language processing and predictive analytics. With these tools, applications can understand and respond to user input in a more intuitive way.

Public Large Language Models (LLMs) present a chat interface to engage users in conversational exchanges. They also expose Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to allow applications to interact and extract response data. ChatGPT from OpenAI is a prime example of this. It's important to understand the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy of applications built on top of LLMs to ensure that any data you provide is not exposed to other third-party users or applied to train (or teach) models.

Another trend is the increasing use of cloud-based platforms. These platforms allow developers to create, test, and deploy applications without the need for expensive on-premises infrastructure. This makes it easier for users to access the applications, collaborate, and work from anywhere in the world. However, this also raises concerns about the security of your medical records.

When your personal or medical data is stored in 'the cloud', it is important to ensure that the cloud service provider has robust security measures in place, adheres to the requirements of Australia's Privacy Act and implements best practice cyber security measures. This includes encryption, access controls, and regular security audits to protect your sensitive information from unauthorised access and breaches.

New tools available today are making it easier and more efficient to create high-quality, innovative health applications. As a result, we are likely to see even more exciting and useful applications in the future. As a consumer of these products, you need to understand how your data is used, stored and shared to make informed decisions.

At Akkadian Health, we take our responsibility under the Privacy Act seriously - particularly when it comes to handling your sensitive personal and medical records. If you'd like to know more about how we handle, secure and use your personal information please read our Privacy Policy here: https://www.akkadianhealth.com.au/privacy-policy

The digital tools we develop are independently reviewed and tested by cyber security experts. Other tools that we use from third-parties are thoroughly vetted for compliance.

Any comments or concerns? Contact our Privacy Officer here: privacy@akkadianhealth.com