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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 26, 2024 5:19:25 AM
The healthcare industry has seen a gradual increase in data breaches “involving the loss of 500 or more records” from 2009 to 2024. These breaches compromise sensitive patient data and expose organizations to financial losses, legal repercussions,...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 22, 2024 6:27:26 PM
Nine months after a ransomware attack by ALPHV/BlackCat crippled its operations and exposed data on 100 million people, Change Healthcare has...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 22, 2024 5:48:19 PM
Documenting a data breach while adhering to HIPAA regulations involves following specific steps to ensure compliance, minimize harm, and demonstrate...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 22, 2024 3:27:02 PM
On November 6, 2024, Orthopedics Rhode Island, Inc. (“Ortho RI”) reported a data breach involving sensitive patient information. The healthcare...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 19, 2024 11:25:44 AM
A ransomware attack by Embargo has allegedly targeted American Associated Pharmacies (AAP). The attackers claim that AAP paid $1.3 million to regain...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 18, 2024 7:00:00 AM
Creating and implementing communication policies that align with HIPAA regulations ensures compliance, protects patient privacy, and maintains the...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 15, 2024 5:33:42 PM
Cummins Behavioral Health Systems has agreed to a $2.1 million class-action settlement offering financial compensation and services to individuals...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 15, 2024 10:42:02 AM
Thousands of Americans affected by a 2024 cyberattack on Bridgeway Center may be eligible for compensation through a class-action settlement offering...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 14, 2024 10:28:22 AM
Safeguarding protected health information (PHI) ensures patient privacy and compliance with HIPAA, and protects against breaches. It includes best...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 14, 2024 6:14:38 AM
The Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) refers to a network of connected medical devices, applications, and systems that communicate data over the...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 14, 2024 4:35:13 AM
Orthopedics Rhode Island announced a data breach that compromised sensitive patient information, encompassing personal and medical details. They...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 14, 2024 4:27:50 AM
Social workers must adhere to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), which mandates the protection of patient information...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 14, 2024 3:31:47 AM
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 generated federal regulations that apply to healthcare professionals and...
