Differences in personal health information
| Characteristic | Analogue | Digital |
|---|---|---|
| Access type | Per transaction | Ongoing |
| Consent type | Explicit | Implied |
| Storage of information | Lock and key | Server or cloud based |
| Proxy use verification | Verified with each access | Verified once at outset |
| Available personal health information | Specific to request | Most or all |
| Review of information | Usually with provider | Independent |
| Source of information | Health records department | Online portal |
| Privacy–autonomy paradox | High privacy–low autonomy | Low privacy–high autonomy |