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  • Public Health
  • Data Governance

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  • Italian epidemiologists struggled with fragmented data during the pandemic.
  • Comparison with countries like England and Israel highlighted data accessibility advantages.
  • Data Protection Authority investigations led to stricter data access mechanisms.

Purpose:

  • To analyze the impact of GDPR interpretation on epidemiological data access in Italy.
  • To identify obstacles faced by Italian epidemiologists in conducting investigations.
  • To propose solutions for facilitating data processing for public health.

Summary:

  • Subjective GDPR interpretations created significant barriers for epidemiological data access.
  • Access limitations impeded investigations and the suspension of vital public health projects.
  • Economic reporting was often prioritized over public health data utilization.

Impact:

  • Hindered the ability of epidemiologists to perform their institutional duties.
  • Stalled knowledge production crucial for improving the National Health Service (NHS).
  • Necessitates immediate collaborative efforts to establish clear data processing guidelines for public health research.