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Liyanda Tembani: Nov 10, 2024 6:50:26 PM
Common HIPAA violations in digital communication include unencrypted communication, lack of access controls, inadequate staff training, sharing PHI without consent, and using unsecured platforms. Healthcare organizations can avoid these violations...
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Kirsten Peremore: Nov 10, 2024 7:15:52 AM
When psychiatrists conduct virtual sessions, the potential risk posed by the background setting is often overlooked. Small things like an Alexa...
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Kirsten Peremore: Nov 10, 2024 6:41:21 AM
When their mental health information is kept secure and confidential, mothers are more likely to be open about their feelings and any issues they're...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 8, 2024 5:35:02 PM
Mental health professionals, like all healthcare providers, must comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), which...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 8, 2024 5:13:41 PM
Schneider Electric is investigating a ransomware attack claimed by the Hellcat group. The group is demanding $125,000 in baguettes and threatening to...
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Kirsten Peremore: Nov 8, 2024 6:56:50 AM
Thompson Coburn faced a targeted hacking incident, resulting in unauthorized access to sensitive files related to their client, Presbyterian...
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With a second term on the horizon, Trump’s cybersecurity policies could shape the future of US defenses against ransomware, business email...
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Kirsten Peremore: Nov 8, 2024 6:22:04 AM
On November 1, 2024, Kaiser Permanente notified patients of a recent data breach affecting over 40,000 patients. Threat actors gained access to the...
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Kirsten Peremore: Nov 8, 2024 6:18:50 AM
Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) experienced a security incident earlier this year, resulting in the exposure of over 80,000 patients' data.
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Farah Amod: Nov 8, 2024 5:54:52 AM
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) explains, “Telework has immediate and long-term benefits for healthcare organizations but security...
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Kirsten Peremore: Nov 8, 2024 3:31:12 AM
While HIPAA does not explicitly mention micro-segmentation, it is a security approach aligning with HIPAA’s security requirements by limiting access...
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Hospital overcrowding is a global issue that affects the number of resources available and the quality of care. According to Theron Govender, a final...
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Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 7, 2024 12:46:03 PM
Business associates do not have the authority to grant individuals the opportunity to amend their PHI. Patients must submit amendment requests to the...
