UK Biobank health data listed for sale in China, government confirms
The government said medical data of 500,000 people was affected but no personally identifiable information had been made available.
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"We understand that the existence of these listings, even temporarily, will be concerning to you."
— Professor Sir Rory Collins , Executive
"Ultimately it's the fault of these rogue researchers."
— Prof Naomi Allen , Academic
"I don't think many people will be very worried because that information is anonymised."
— Polly Toynbee , Celebrity
"A profound betrayal."
— Victoria Collins , Politician
Key People
A minister in the culture department involved in supporting the video game industry.
Polly Toynbee is a Guardian columnist and a volunteer participant in the UK Biobank.
Sir Rory Collins is the Chief Executive of UK Biobank.
Prof Naomi Allen is the Chief Scientist at UK Biobank.
MP and Liberal Democrat spokesperson for science, innovation and technology.
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The government said medical data of 500,000 people was affected but no personally identifiable information had been made available.
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