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confidentiality

[kahn-fi-den-shee-al-i-tee] / ˌkɑn fɪˌdɛn ʃiˈæl ɪ ti /












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There have been reports that Deakin died shortly after learning that he had been sacked after it was found he had breached patient confidentiality in text message exchanges with Letby.

From BBC Sep. 2, 2026

Because of confidentiality provisions and the private nature of these disputes, there is plenty we don’t know about how common fights like this one are—or how they’re resolved.

From Slate Aug. 20, 2026

When contacted for comment, the company said, “Due to confidentiality requirements, we do not comment on our clients—particularly regarding any specific state flight.”

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 13, 2026

However, if confidentiality of certain information in a private-credit rating is genuinely essential, insurers could seek a risk assessment from the regulator’s own staff.

From MarketWatch Aug. 3, 2026

The American Civil Liberties Union filed suit claiming the study violated the boys’ civil rights and breached confidentiality of doctor-patient relationships by releasing results to state and juvenile courts.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot

The lawyers said her role was to "ensure the club's established and robust safeguarding structures, procedures and necessary confidentialities were followed and respected throughout".

From BBC Jun. 12, 2026




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