Walking out to your car after work, you notice that there are papers blowing out of the large trash bin. Picking one up, you realize that they are copies of patients' records. Right then, you start receiving various text messages on your phone coming in from social media sources and a local news station asking about a reported Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) security breach in your facility. Address the following:

• Discuss HIPAA regulations regarding protecting the privacy of patient information and the steps needed to ensure the protection of patient records.

Offer thoughts on how social media can be detrimental and helpful in disseminating information related to health services and healthcare organizations. When might the use of social media pose ethical or legal concerns? How can social media help support and promote personal wellness?