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The HHS’ 5 best practices for HIPAA compliance

During the recent Safeguarding Health Information: Building Assurance through HIPAA Security conference, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) revealed several cybersecurity best practices for HIPAA-covered entities. Adopting these...

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Preventing cyberattacks after layoffs

According to a study about the impacts of layoffs on cybersecurity breaches, companies may face an increased risk of cyberattacks after letting...

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Should business associates provide an accounting of disclosures?

The HIPAA Privacy Rule does not require business associates to provide individuals with an accounting of disclosures. This responsibility falls...

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Third-party messaging apps and HIPAA compliance

Healthcare organizations love being able to message patients on apps, but these providers need to stay HIPAA compliant and maintain patient trust....

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Acceptable use policies (AUP) and HIPAA compliance

An acceptable use policy (AUP) sets clear guidelines on how healthcare employees should securely handle technology and patient data. It outlines...

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Preparing for a cyberattack

A single breach can lead to significant financial losses, damage to reputation, and legal liabilities. Fortunately, proactive planning and robust...

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HIPAA and video surveillance

Healthcare organizations have long used video surveillance to enhance security, monitor patient and staff activities, and reduce risks. However,...

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The threat of fake invoices: Understanding DocuSign Envelopes API abuse

Cybercriminals are now using DocuSign’s Envelopes API to send fake invoices that look legitimate, bypassing usual email security checks.

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US Supreme Court torn over Facebook lawsuit

The company has been accused of fraud and misleading shareholders about user data.

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October OCR cybersecurity newsletter warns of social engineering attacks

The latest cybersecurity newsletter from the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has a clear message for healthcare organizations: social engineering...

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The intersection between HIPAA and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) often intersect in healthcare and...

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What is a HIPAA power of attorney?

Understanding healthcare decisions and ensuring patient privacy can be overwhelming, especially when someone isn’t able to make decisions on their...

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Maryland cybersecurity conference rallies leaders against cybercrime

On November 7, 2024, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland and the University of Maryland hosted a cybersecurity conference to...

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