Electronic mail (email) is used in many health institutions and clinical settings and is often the primary communication and awareness method within an organization. At the same time, misuse of email can pose many legal, privacy and security risks, therefore it’s important for users to understand the appropriate use of electronic communications. This tool is to help clinics develop a policy to manage the acceptable uses of email within their practices.
Instructions to use
These instructions are meant to help you make this document your own and fulfill your obligations under the Health Information Act.
Determine the best way to communicate this policy with relevant team members and implement the policy.
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