1. What is RA 10173?

A Philippine law known as Republic Act 10173, or the Data Privacy Act of 2012, attempts to
protect people's privacy without obstructing the free exchange of information. This law, which
was passed on August 15, 2012, went into effect on September 8, 2012, and it controls how
personal information is processed in the Philippines' public and private sectors.
Individuals' rights to their personal data are outlined in RA 10173. These rights include the
right to information, the right to object, the right to access, and the right to rectification. It places
obligations on organizations that gather, use, or manage personal data, mandating that they put
policies in place to guarantee the privacy, accuracy, and accessibility of the information.
In conclusion, the Philippines' RA 10173 legislative framework protects the confidentiality of
people's personal information and governs how businesses process it.

2.
A Philippine law known as Republic Act 10173, or the Data Privacy Act of 2012, strives to
protect the fundamental human right to privacy, especially when it comes to the processing of
personal data. On August 15, 2012, the law was passed, and on September 8, 2012, it became
operative.
The rights of persons to be informed, object, access, amend, suspend, or withdraw their
personal information from processing are established under the Data Privacy Act of 2012. It also
describes the responsibilities placed on organizations that handle personal data, such as taking
steps to guarantee the privacy, availability, and integrity of that data.
RA 10173's overall objective is to protect and advance individual privacy rights while
allowing information to flow freely in support of innovation, expansion, and national
development.

3. What is its implication in social media platforms such as tiktok and youtube? (your
response will graded using the rubric)
People have a lot of options to do anything they want in today's society because to constantly
evolving technology. Several aspects of society have been significantly impacted and changed by
technology, with both beneficial and harmful outcomes. Technology has a wide range of effects
on society, affecting the ways in which we connect, communicate, work, learn, and obtain
information. While there have been many great developments brought about by technology, there
are also drawbacks that need to be taken into account. The infringement of personal data is an
excellent example of this.
The "tsismis culture" of the Filipino people, which is well-known and prevalent in the nation,
when combined with the widespread use of the Internet, social media sites like YouTube and
TikTok, and mobile phone access across the nation pose a serious threat to patient privacy. A
person's right to privacy is essential to their sense of security, autonomy, and dignity. However, it
is evident that the Philippines lacks a "privacy culture," with social norms and practices
frequently harming the confidentiality of personal information. Social media's introduction has
increased the influence of tsismis culture. Social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, and the
increasingly popular Tiktok and YouTube among Filipinos, which are well-known for their
entertainment value, act as virtual gossip that facilitate the rapid spread of private information.
People are more vulnerable to unjustified inspection when privacy settings and protections are
routinely disregarded.
Tsismis culture functions within unofficial networks where word-of-mouth travels quickly.
These networks can be a source of emotional support and connections, but they also create an
atmosphere in which private information—often sensitive information—can be widely shared
without the necessary permission. In the case of former President Arroyo, medical records and
information were passed on without consent, making the victim unaware that she was becoming
the talk of the town due to a data privacy violation.
Moreover, social media platforms have developed into effective instruments for self-
expression, communication, and information sharing in the era of digital connectivity. But
because these sites—like YouTube and TikTok—are so widely used, there are worries about
possible privacy violations involving health information. Social media sites frequently encourage
users to post personal information about their health and other issues. On the other hand, careless
health information sharing on websites like YouTube and TikTok could result in inadvertent
privacy infringement. Users' privacy may be at stake when they disclose private information
without fully realizing the consequences or dangers. Informed permission is a crucial component
of protecting privacy when exchanging health information. Social media sites might not clearly
outline how users' health data is handled, and users might not be entirely aware of this.
Additionally, consent may not always be explicitly obtained. Unintentional privacy infringement
may arise from this lack of transparency.
One instance of this is connected to the initial incident known as the "Cebu Spray Scandal,"
in which the patient was undergoing surgery to remove a foreign body that had become lodged in
his rectum. The patient was unaware that the medical personnel in the operating room were
making fun of him and filming the procedure. However, the sinister doesn't end there. One of the
employees uploaded the video online, where it has attracted a large number of views as well as
mockery, criticism, and discrimination from other people. This teaches Filipinos to always
observe and obey the law, especially the Data Privacy Act of 2012, which has been broken by
many, regardless of their status. Given the power of technology, people who share health-related
information on public platforms run the risk of being labeled or subjected to prejudice. A video
that has been posted can persist even after it has been removed. This leaves the victims
traumatized and haunted, demonstrating a lack of regard for other people.
Despite being useful tools for information sharing and self-expression, social media sites like
YouTube and TikTok pose hazards to the privacy of health information in the Philippines.
Significant obstacles exist to the protection of people's privacy, including the uncontrolled
exchange of personal health information, insufficient permission procedures, and the possibility
of discrimination. Tsismis can be a tool for social bonding, but it's important to understand how it
affects personal privacy. It takes a team effort to address this problem by promoting a culture that
values and respects individual boundaries in both real-world and virtual groups. Philippines can
move toward a more balanced approach that upholds the right to privacy while maintaining the
richness of its cultural connections by promoting awareness, education, and a shift in societal
attitudes and striking a balance between the advantages of social media and the protection of
individuals' fundamental right to privacy.

2.
In today's world, people have a variety of possibilities to pursue their interests due to the
rapid advancement of technology. Technology has profoundly affected and transformed a variety
of society, with both positive and negative results. The ways in which we connect, communicate,
work, learn, and get information are all impacted by technology in one way or another.
Technology has brought forth a lot of wonderful advancements, but there are also disadvantages
that must be considered. A great illustration of this is the theft of personal information.
Patients' privacy is seriously threatened by the well-known and pervasive "tsismis
culture" of the Filipino people, the nation's widespread usage of mobile phones, social media
sites like YouTube and TikTok, and the Internet. A person's sense of safety, liberty, and dignity
depend on their ability to enjoy their right to privacy. Nonetheless, it is clear that the Philippines
does not have a "privacy culture," as social traditions and behaviors regularly compromise the
privacy of personal data. With the advent of social media, the influence of tsismis culture has
grown. Virtual gossip helps private information spread quickly through social media sites like
Facebook and the increasingly popular Tiktok and YouTube among Filipinos which are well-
known for their entertainment value.
Word-of-mouth spreads rapidly through the famous Tsismis culture. Social media can
offer connections and emotional support, but they also foster an environment where private
information, often sensitive information, can be extensively disseminated without proper
authorization. In the instance of former President Arroyo, information and medical records were
disclosed without permission, and the victim was not informed that she was becoming popular in
society as a result of a breach of data privacy.
Furthermore, These websites—like TikTok and YouTube—are so popular, concerns have
been raised regarding potential privacy abuses concerning health information. Users are often
encouraged to provide personal information about their health and other difficulties on social
media sites. However, irresponsible posting of health information on these platforms may
unintentionally violate someone's privacy. When users reveal personal information without fully
understanding the risks or implications, their privacy may be in danger. Obtaining informed
consent is essential to maintaining privacy when sharing medical records. Users may not be fully
aware of how social media sites manage their personal health data because these policies are not
always explicitly stated on the sites. Also, clear permission may not always be acquired. This
lack of transparency could lead to unintentional privacy violations.
A case in point is the first incident known as the "Cebu Spray Scandal," in which the
patient underwent surgery to remove a foreign body lodged in his rectum. Little did the patient
know that the medical staff in the operating room was filming the procedure and making fun of
him making it worse, one of the employees uploaded the video online, and it quickly acquired
popularity and attracted criticism, and prejudice from other users. This instills in Filipinos the
value of always observing and abiding by the law, particularly the Data Privacy Act of 2012,
which many people—regardless of social class—have broken. People who publish health-related
information on public platforms face the possibility of discrimination because of the power of
technology. Even after it has been taken down, a previously uploaded video may still exist. This
shows little consideration for other people and leaves the victims traumatized.
Social media platforms like YouTube and TikTok are helpful for sharing knowledge and
expressing oneself, but they also put the privacy of health records in the Philippines at risk. The
protection of people's privacy faces significant challenges, such as the potential for
discrimination, the unauthorized sharing of sensitive health information, and inadequate consent
processes. Also, it's crucial to comprehend how tsimis affects individual privacy. Addressing this
issue requires collaboration to foster an environment that respects and values individual
boundaries in both offline and online groups. The Philippines can adopt a more balanced strategy
that protects people's fundamental right to privacy while preserving the depth of its cultural ties.
This can be achieved by encouraging awareness, education, and a change in societal attitudes, as
well as by finding a balance between the benefits of social media and the rights of individuals to
privacy.