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#NewYorkDeservesBetter #HealthDataMatters #PrivacyIsKey #ProtectNYC #ReproductiveRightsAreHumanRights #StopTheSaleOfHealthData #DigitalSurveillanceMustEnd #GovernorHochulActNow #NYCLU #EFFSpeaks #HealthInfoPrivacyAct #NYSHIPA #DataBrokersBeware #TechCompaniesRespectOurData #PersonalSafetyOverProfit

Discussion Points

  1. The Intersection of Health Data Privacy and Personal Safety: How can we ensure that individuals' health data is protected from misuse, particularly in the context of reproductive and gender-affirming care?r
  2. The Need for Expanded Privacy Protections: Should the New York Health Information Privacy Act be a model for other states to follow, or are there concerns about its potential impact on healthcare providers and the broader digital ecosystem?r
  3. Balancing Individual Rights with Public Interest: How can we strike a balance between protecting individuals' health data and ensuring that law enforcement and regulatory agencies have access to relevant information to prevent harm.

Summary

The New York Health Information Privacy Act is crucial in safeguarding digital privacy in the face of growing threats to reproductive and gender-affirming care. The bill would prohibit the sale of health data, require explicit consent for processing, and implement data deletion rights.

With nearly half of U.S. states banning oestricting abortion, protecting personal health data has never been more important.

EFF and the NYCLU urge Governor Hochul to sign the legislation, which would lead the nation in protecting residents' digital privacy and ensure that health data is not misused to criminalize individuals seeking care.

With the rise of digital surveillance, securing our health data is no longer just a privacy issue—it's a matter of personal safety. In the wake of the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade and the...

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#StopCensoringAbortion #ReproUncensored #ElectronicFrontierFoundation #EFF #SocialMediaForReproductiveRights #AccessToAbortionInfo #EndOnlineCensorship #ReproductiveHealthMatters #DigitalRightsInAction #TechForABortionFreeWorld #FacebookForChange #InstagramForReproRights #TikTokForThePeople #TransparencyInTech #AccountabilityMatters

Discussion Points

  1. The impact of social media censorship on access to reproductive health information is a pressing concern. How can we balance the need for platforms to protect users with the need for individuals to access accurate and life-saving information?r
  2. The role of tech companies in regulating content related to reproductive rights is complex. What are the implications of opaque policies and practices, and how can they be held accountable?r
  3. Online censorship can have severe consequences, particularly for marginalized communities. How can we empower individuals and organizations to report incidents and demand change?"

Summary

The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) and Repro Uncensored launched the #StopCensoringAbortion campaign to track and challenge online abortion censorship by social media companies. The campaign collects stories of people affected, demands greater transparency, and holds tech companies accountable for theiole in restricting access to reproductive health information.

With reproductive rights under attack globally, online platforms are crucial for sharing life-saving guidance and resources. The campaign's efforts aim to ensure that individuals can find and share accurate information without fear of censorship, highlighting the need for balance between protecting users and promoting public access to vital healthcare information.

Campaign Aims to Ensure that People Can Access Reproductive Rights Information Through Social MediaSAN FRANCISCO—The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) and the Repro Uncensored coalition on Wednes...

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