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What to do when patient emails contain too much PHI

If emails from patients contain too much PHI, acknowledge the email securely using a HIPAA compliant system, avoid replying with additional sensitive information, and educate the patient about using secure communication methods. Encourage patients...

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Online mental health intake forms and HIPAA

Your mental health intake forms meet HIPAA standards when they ensure the protection of patient data through encryption, collect only the minimum...

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Zimbra email server exploit poses serious security risk

Recently, hackers have been exploiting a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability, CVE-2024-45519, in Zimbra email servers. The flaw allows...

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HHS warns about Trinity ransomware

The Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center (HC3) released a profile of a recent threat actor emerging in the U.S.

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Supreme Court declines to weigh in on emergency abortion case in Texas

The Supreme Court declined to hear the Biden Administration’s appeal against a ruling upholding Texas’ abortion ban and blocking the enforcement of...

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ONC’s 2024–2030 Federal Health IT Strategic Plan

In September 2024, the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC) released its 2024–2030...

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Understanding health monitoring systems

A health monitoring system is a technology-based solution enabling the remote monitoring of a patient's health. It encompasses many devices, sensors,...

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Survey reveals ransomware attacks are becoming the norm

A recent survey revealed that 67% of healthcare organizations have faced ransomware attacks in the past year. Cyber threat groups are targeting...

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The hidden risks of third-party data sharing on healthcare websites

The healthcare industry is increasingly leveraging digital tools to improve patient access, offer services like appointment scheduling, and even...

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HIPAA compliance risks during mass health screenings

The main HIPAA risks during mass health screenings include lack of privacy in screening areas, improper handling of paper or digital records,...

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Understanding HIPAAs right of access to individuals research data

HIPAA’sright of access allows individuals to take control of their health data even when it comes to research data. If their data is part of a...

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What is data rights management?

Data rights management (DRM) refers to the technologies and processes used to control how digital data is accessed, shared, and used. These processes...

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The importance of email retention

Email retention in healthcare ensures compliance, supports legal obligations, enhances patient care, and strengthens data security. By implementing...

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