Apple updates developer guidelines for medical research apps<article>
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Apple has updated its
iOS development guidelines to spell out what consent mobile apps dealing with human medical research must obtain.</p><p>
A new clause states that this type of app must get permission from participants, and if they are minors, from a parent or guardian. Developers must also inform users about the research’s nature, purpose and duration, as well as about procedures, risks and benefits to the participant. Other data that must be provided: information about confidentiality and handling of data, including sharing with third parties, a point of contact for participant questions and a description of how to withdrawal from the study.</p><p class="jumpTag"><a href="/article/2896832/apple-updates-developer-guidelines-for-medical-research-apps.html#jump">To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here[/url]</p></section></article>
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Apple updates developer guidelines for medical research apps
