An urgent investigation has been launched by an NHS trust after a data breach of medical records relating to Noah Woods.
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust has apologised to Noah’s family, adding any unauthorised access of patient data was “completely unacceptable”.
Now, the trust has apologised “unreservedly” to the boy’s family for the “extra anguish” it caused after the data breach.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Martin Mansfield said: “Any unauthorised access of patient data is completely unacceptable. We understand the significant distress it can cause patients and their families. It also undermines trust in our services. Safeguarding that trust is central to the care we provide.
“We have apologised unreservedly to Noah Woods’ family for the extra anguish this breach of trust has caused them at an already devastating time.
“As soon as we became aware of concerns that Noah’s medical records may have been viewed inappropriately, we launched an urgent internal investigation.”
Noah’s death was not treated as suspicious | SUFFOLK CONSTABULARYDr Mansfield continued: “Immediate steps were also taken to secure the records and prevent further access that was not for a legitimate, clinical reason.
“We have reported the matter to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), and we will continue to keep Noah’s family informed as our investigation progresses.
“We take any patient data breach seriously. We investigate thoroughly, and we will take disciplinary action where needed in response to our findings, in line with the Trust’s policies and procedures.”
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