Can a friend be held liable for sharing my private medical information without my consent?

Yes, disclosing sensitive and private medical information without the consent of the person concerned is considered a violation of the law and may be a punishable crime.

We can file a lawsuit against the person who disclosed the secret.

Yes, divulging secrets is generally a serious mistake, but this depends on the extent of the damage caused by the disclosure.

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Greetings,

Yes, sharing private medical information without your consent may constitute a violation of UAE privacy and data protection laws, especially under Federal Decree Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection and relevant provisions of the UAE Penal Code.

Depending on the nature of the disclosure and harm caused, legal action may be possible, including claims for damages.

To understand your rights and potential legal steps, we recommend booking a consultation with us or authorizing our office to take appropriate legal action on your behalf.

Hello,

Yes, your friend's action of divulging sensitive and private medical information about you to other people without your consent is against the law in the UAE.

While the law primarily deals with civil rights, it establishes general principles of personal rights and privacy.

Any act that infringes upon someone's privacy can lead to a claim for civil compensation for any damages suffered.

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Dear Client,

Thank you for your inquiry!

In the UAE, the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive and private medical information is generally prohibited by law, particularly for healthcare professionals and entities handling medical data.

Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 concerning the use of information and communications technology in health fields (the Health Data Law) requires that medical information remain confidential and not be shared without the explicit consent of the individual concerned, except in certain circumstances permitted by law.

If the person who disclosed your information is a healthcare professional or obtained your data through an official or medical channel, this would constitute a clear breach of confidentiality and could result in legal consequences, including fines and disciplinary actions.

If the individual is not a healthcare provider, the matter may not fall directly under the Health Data Law, but you may still have grounds to pursue a civil claim for breach of privacy, especially if you have suffered harm as a result of the disclosure.

Should you wish to discuss your situation in more detail or explore possible legal remedies, please let me know. I am available to assist you further.

Best regards,

Abdul Wahied

Dear questioner,

Yes, your friend's act of divulging sensitive and private medical information without your consent is highly likely to be illegal under UAE law, primarily under the new Personal Data Protection Law and potentially the Cybercrime Law or even the Penal Code, depending on the nature of the information and the harm caused.

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