Technology plays a central role in every aspect of patient care these days. Electronic health records (EHRs), telemedicine platforms, and sophisticated medical devices all contribute to improved patient outcomes and operational efficiency of medical providers.
Phishing, ransomware, and other malware attacks will continue to terrorize the cybersecurity landscape in 2023, and businesses of all sizes should know what they’re up against. Every day, businesses and individuals are falling victim to hackers, malware, and other online threats.
First off, what is an insider threat in healthcare? An insider threat is an individual inside an organization discovered to have been accessing healthcare records without authorization. Healthcare companies must take steps to reduce the potential for insider threats, which is their top source of security incidents. #1 Educate – The workforce (meaning all healthcare […]
Social Media can be an effective tool for sharing experiences, building professional connections, and broadcasting conventional healthcare announcements to the public. However, careless posts that have client or patient-specific information could ruin the reputation of any healthcare organization. On April 14, 2003, the “Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act” (HIPAA) became law with the goal […]
