The ACCC has started court proceedings in the Federal Court against HealthEngine for allegedly misleading and deceptive conduct related to the sharing of consumer information with insurance brokers and the publishing of patient reviews and ratings.
The Australian Medical Association is supporting the government’s decision to ask the OAIC to inquire into the data privacy procedures of HealthEngine.
Telstra has completed an investment in electronic health operator IP Health, which provides patient information to medical practitioners on their smartphones and tablets.
Telstra and Seven West Media have signed a $10.4 million agreement with HealthEngine for a stake in the online health directory business.