Severity: Low Guidance BR
ANPD releases guidance on personal data processing in the pharmaceutical sector
Original title: ANPD divulga nota técnica sobre tratamento de dados pessoais no setor farmacêutico
- Published
- Source: gov.br
- Effective
- Not stated
- Deadline
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Why it matters
ANPD released a technical note addressing personal data processing in the pharmaceutical sector, focusing on medication discount practices. The document presents findings on how pharmacies use personal data and establishes guidelines for LGPD compliance in this specific sector. Pharmaceutical companies and pharmacies should review their personal data collection and use practices to comply with the authority's guidance.
What changed
- ANPD publishes specific guidance on personal data processing in pharmaceutical sector operations, particularly in medication discount programs
- Technical document establishes guidelines on LGPD compliance in pharmaceutical practices involving customer personal data
Who is affected
Pharmacies, pharmaceutical sector companies, and service providers that process personal data for discount and loyalty programs in Brazil.
What to do
AI-assisted summary of the official document; the official text prevails. Not legal advice.