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VA Great Lakes Health Care System (VISN 12)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on March 1, 2012. Also cited in 130 other reports.
Report ID: SPE000000072360, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 12 Chicago, IL
Issue:
During termination proceedings, an employee was sent notification twice to co-worker's address on file. The letter had the employee's correct address, but the outer envelope had the co-worker's address. The letter was sent via USPS and UPS. No letter was received at employee's home address. The letter contained the employee's name and address, Update: 03/16/12:The employee will receive a general letter of notification
Outcome:
We have re-emphasized to the staff the importance of protecting our employees information.