One of the major privacy-related concerns among American is the fear of leaked medical records. While some of us may not think about it, medical records contain some of the most intimate details about a person's life, including physical health, mental health, social behaviors, personal relationships, and even financial status.
The creation of a safe and happy work environment is extremely important for everyone in the workplace, from employers, to employees, and even clients. When everyone in the workplace setting feels comfortable in their environment, they are able to work to the best of their ability and to be happy and excited to come to work each day.
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One of the most effective ways to prevent a breach of your privacy is to simply think things through. If you happen to be carrying health information with you, make sure you always know where it is and keep it out of sight (in a purse or backpack) when you're not using it. Additionally, only access your medial information for valid reasons like treatment, care, and billing.
Sexual harassment is one of the most common and the most awful forms of harassment. When it takes place in the office, it is not only inappropriate, but also bad form and creates an environment of fear and discomfort.
Once you've cleaned up your Facebook, Tumblr, or Twitter, you want to keep it that way. Each time you post a picture, video, or status update take a moment to review what you are putting on the internet. Nothing is truly private and no matter how hidden you think it may be, you can never be sure and I guarantee that you would much rather be safe than sorry.
For instance, make sure to choose complex passwords and never share them with others. While you may trust the person, you cannot trust their ability to be adequately careful. Also be sure to always log out of your email when you're done using it, and never let others use the computer without your supervision if you are still logged on.
Often, it can be intimidating to approach a supervisor about such a private matter, but it is important that it be done because otherwise a change would be difficult to make. When a problem is ignored, it can only grow, and cannot be remedied. As management, it is important to help your employees understand the serious nature of sexual harassment. It is not a joke, not for fun, and not something to be shrugged off.
There is still a pervading idea in this nation that throwing something away is a good way to dispose of it. Unfortunately, that is simply not the case. Identity theft often occurs because an unsavory character is intuitive enough to look through your garbage.
If they were to find medical bills, insurance forms, or even discarded pill bottles, they might be able to put together the clues and figure out a good portion of your medical information. So make sure to discard any materials containing medical information in a way that makes it impossible to read or decipher.
The creation of a safe and happy work environment is extremely important for everyone in the workplace, from employers, to employees, and even clients. When everyone in the workplace setting feels comfortable in their environment, they are able to work to the best of their ability and to be happy and excited to come to work each day.
Be Smart
One of the most effective ways to prevent a breach of your privacy is to simply think things through. If you happen to be carrying health information with you, make sure you always know where it is and keep it out of sight (in a purse or backpack) when you're not using it. Additionally, only access your medial information for valid reasons like treatment, care, and billing.
Sexual harassment is one of the most common and the most awful forms of harassment. When it takes place in the office, it is not only inappropriate, but also bad form and creates an environment of fear and discomfort.
Once you've cleaned up your Facebook, Tumblr, or Twitter, you want to keep it that way. Each time you post a picture, video, or status update take a moment to review what you are putting on the internet. Nothing is truly private and no matter how hidden you think it may be, you can never be sure and I guarantee that you would much rather be safe than sorry.
For instance, make sure to choose complex passwords and never share them with others. While you may trust the person, you cannot trust their ability to be adequately careful. Also be sure to always log out of your email when you're done using it, and never let others use the computer without your supervision if you are still logged on.
Often, it can be intimidating to approach a supervisor about such a private matter, but it is important that it be done because otherwise a change would be difficult to make. When a problem is ignored, it can only grow, and cannot be remedied. As management, it is important to help your employees understand the serious nature of sexual harassment. It is not a joke, not for fun, and not something to be shrugged off.
There is still a pervading idea in this nation that throwing something away is a good way to dispose of it. Unfortunately, that is simply not the case. Identity theft often occurs because an unsavory character is intuitive enough to look through your garbage.
If they were to find medical bills, insurance forms, or even discarded pill bottles, they might be able to put together the clues and figure out a good portion of your medical information. So make sure to discard any materials containing medical information in a way that makes it impossible to read or decipher.
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