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Firefox wanted to record my conversation in a telehealth appointment.

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I was supposed to have a telehealth appointment with my doctor today. When I clicked on the link, I was asked to give permission to access video and mic on my phone. When I said yes, I was then asked if Firefox could record the conversation. When I said, "no" the program just looped back to the initial question, and the screenshot ability was disabled on my phone.

I subsequently spoke with my doctor and he was not OK with being recorded, neither am I. I believe this is a violation of HIPAA. Please address this issue. Even your search assistant says this is potentional violation.

Search Assist Yes, it can be a violation of HIPAA if a website requires permission to record a conversation with your doctor without proper consent from both parties, as HIPAA prioritizes patient privacy and confidentiality. Always ensure that consent is obtained in accordance with state laws and ethical guidelines. HIPAA Exams

I was supposed to have a telehealth appointment with my doctor today. When I clicked on the link, I was asked to give permission to access video and mic on my phone. When I said yes, I was then asked if Firefox could record the conversation. When I said, "no" the program just looped back to the initial question, and the screenshot ability was disabled on my phone. I subsequently spoke with my doctor and he was not OK with being recorded, neither am I. I believe this is a violation of HIPAA. Please address this issue. Even your search assistant says this is potentional violation. Search Assist Yes, it can be a violation of HIPAA if a website requires permission to record a conversation with your doctor without proper consent from both parties, as HIPAA prioritizes patient privacy and confidentiality. Always ensure that consent is obtained in accordance with state laws and ethical guidelines. HIPAA Exams

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Hi, Firefox doesn't record your audio/video conversations. That website could ask for it, but not Firefox.

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