Physicians and Patients Who "Friend" or "Tweet": Constructing a Legal Framework for Social Networking in a Highly Regulated Domain | Zendy

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Physicians and Patients Who "Friend" or "Tweet": Constructing a Legal Framework for Social Networking in a Highly Regulated Domain

Author(s) -

Nicolas Terry

Publication year - 2010

Publication title -

indiana law review

Language(s) - English

Resource type - Journals

eISSN - 2169-320X

pISSN - 0090-4198

DOI - 10.18060/4040

Subject(s) - domain (mathematical analysis) , internet privacy , social media , psychology , computer science , world wide web , mathematics , mathematical analysis

Social networks connect intimates, friends, and acquaintances that share history, strangers who share interests, or businesses and the customers they serve. This article explores how participation in online social networks blurs the boundaries between personal and professional relationships or commentary, while making available 'private' information in what only appears to be a secluded area. These issues are explored within the framework of the highly regulated health domain, casting doubts on the appropriateness of some professional activities and identifying considerable risks for patients and their health-related information.

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