FBI issues warning on surging BEC scams causing $55 billion in losses

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FBI issues warning on surging BEC scams causing $55 billion in losses

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned businesses, urging them to bolster their defenses against business email compromise (BEC) attacks that have collectively resulted in over $55.5 billion in losses over the past decade.

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Mount Carmel Behavioral Healthcare announces data breach

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Mount Carmel Behavioral Healthcare announces data breach

Mount Carmel Behavioral Health, a mental and behavioral health treatment center, recently reported a data breach.

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HIPAA compliant Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)

HIPAA compliant VoIP is an essential aspect of secure healthcare communication. Healthcare organizations can ensure compliance and benefit from the...

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The basic elements of a HIPAA compliant breach notification

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The basic elements of a HIPAA compliant breach notification

Under HIPAA, covered entities must notify affected individuals, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and in some cases, the media,...

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Digital privacy in mental healthcare

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Digital privacy in mental healthcare

Digital privacy in mental healthcare can help maintain HIPAA compliance by protecting patient information from unauthorized access, breaches, and...

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HIPAA violations & enforcement

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HIPAA violations & enforcement

Maintaining HIPAA compliance is challenging but necessary for safeguarding patient data. Knowing how enforcement works, what penalties can be...

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An overview of clinical decision support systems

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An overview of clinical decision support systems

The introduction of computerized clinical decision support systems (CDSS) allows healthcare providers to enhance their decision-making capabilities....

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23andMe reaches $30m settlement after data breach impacts millions

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23andMe reaches $30m settlement after data breach impacts millions

The genetic testing and ancestry company 23andMe has agreed to a $30 million settlement after a class-action lawsuit was filed against it for a...

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Benefits of a compliance program in healthcare

Implementing a healthcare compliance program has benefits beyond legal and ethical obligations. These programs enhance patient safety, prevent fraud...

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Elitecare Emergency Hospital reports 24,754 exposed in data breach

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Elitecare Emergency Hospital reports 24,754 exposed in data breach

On September 16, 2024, Elitecare Emergency Hospital notified the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights about a network...

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The interplay between bankruptcy law and HIPAA

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The interplay between bankruptcy law and HIPAA

With cyberattacks becoming more common in the healthcare industry, healthcare providers' likelihood of bankruptcy increases. This can raise some red...

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Patient-initiated electronic communication

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Patient-initiated electronic communication

Patient-initiated electronic communication refers to how patients can connect with healthcare providers using digital platforms, such as email,...

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Atrium Health provides notice of data breach from phishing attack

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Atrium Health provides notice of data breach from phishing attack

Atrium Health, a North Carolina-based non-profit hospital network, recently faced an email breach.

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