Are Social Media Forms a Patient Privacy Issue?
Be Cautious with Social Media Sign-Up Forms
Be aware of the risks when using social media sign-up forms (e.g., on Facebook or Instagram etc) to collect patient data as part of the recruitment process. If you see, for example, “Form on Facebook” as per the image, remember many social platforms store collected information, which can be reused for advertising purposes or even resold to third parties such as insurance companies etc..
It’s crucial to check the privacy policies of these platforms to avoid potential patient data breaches, as sites, Sponsors, and CROs could be held accountable.
Protecting patient privacy should be a top priority in your recruitment strategy.
Reminder: Always ensure compliance with privacy regulations to safeguard participant data.
