Medibank hackers release more stolen data as health groups warn of impacts

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A general view of the Medibank Docklands building in Melbourne, Friday, August 25, 2017. Medibank Private's full-year profit has risen 7.6 per cent to $449.5 million, but the private health insurer has flagged tough conditions in the year ahead. (AAP Image/Stefan Postles) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP / STEFAN POSTLES/AAPIMAGE

More sensitive health information has been exposed by hackers behind the Medibank data breach. The latest release contains details on mental health conditions - and other health issues, such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer and dementia. Health groups say what has happened could discourage others from seeking medical care.



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