The New Brunswick provincial government mistakenly mailed personal information, including social insurance numbers, of about 365 residents to incorrect addresses in a medicare mix-up. The error was identified when a resident reported receiving someone else’s information, prompting an investigation by the Department of Health. Concerns about identity theft have been raised, as some individuals received detailed information about others. The government is contacting affected individuals and reviewing privacy protocols to prevent future incidents.
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