Data Doesn’t Die: Who Owns Your Health Info After You’re Gone?

The episode addresses the persistence of digital footprints and health data in the digital age, particularly after one's death. It explores the ethical and practical challenges of who owns and controls this sensitive information posthumously. Through real-life scenarios, such as Sarah's struggle with her late husband's digital health data, and emerging concerns about AI's use of posthumous data, it highlights the importance of digital legacy planning. The script also discusses the role of tech companies, regulatory gaps, and emerging tools and initiatives aimed at empowering individuals to manage their digital afterlives, calling for greater transparency, ethical data stewardship, and legislative action to protect digital legacies.