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Pharmacy Tech's Smart Glasses Spark Privacy Concerns

3/7/2026

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Story summary
  • A pharmacy customer noticed a technician wearing Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses during checkout and feared a privacy violation.
  • The customer shared the experience on Reddit and contacted the pharmacy's corporate office, which promised follow-up.
  • HIPAA protects patient information and gives individuals the option to file a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
  • The incident underscores debates over wearable technology in healthcare and potential privacy consequences.