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Physical Data Protection

Meaning

Physical data protection refers to the security measures implemented to safeguard tangible assets, such as clinical records, laboratory reports, server hardware, and diagnostic equipment, that contain or process sensitive personal health information. This protection is a critical layer of a comprehensive security strategy, ensuring that unauthorized personnel cannot gain access to the physical infrastructure where hormonal and physiological data is stored or managed. It addresses the real-world vulnerability of clinical settings.