There are concerns about the sharing of consumers' health information, with potential implications for areas such as insurance, mortgages, and employment. Efforts are being made to advance electronic health information sharing, but there are also worries about the protection of this sensitive data, with some arguing that consumers' consent is key to sharing health information. The status of health data privacy protection varies, with some states enacting laws to safeguard this information, while others highlight the need for greater protection.