Yale Laptop Containing Patient Information Stolen
Submitted by Adam Dodge on Wed, 2010-08-18 05:18
Quick Facts
- Date: 8/18/2010
- Institution: Yale University
- Type of Incident: Theft
- Number Affected: 1,000
- Source: PHIPrivacy.net
- Abstract Source: New Haven Register
Abstract
Yale University School of Medicine began notifying individuals following the theft of a laptop. The laptop, stolen from the office of a data analyst, contained clinical health information on 1,000 individuals. The laptop was password protected but not encrypted. The university is working with the Yale and New Haven police departments to investigate the theft. Individuals that are affected by the theft may contact the School of Medicine at 877-751-3361 for more information.