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Legal liabilities associated with a data breach

The legal liabilities stemming from data breaches are extensive and multifaceted. Beyond fines and lawsuits, organizations risk long-term damage to their reputation and patient trust.

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Addressing discrimination in AI

Discrimination in AI is the unfair or unequal treatment of individuals or groups by AI systems, often stemming from biases in data or algorithmic...

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Apple auto-enables AI photo analysis, raising privacy concerns

Apple has quietly rolled out a feature called Enhanced Visual Search, which uses AI to identify landmarks in photos stored on iOS and macOS devices....

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HHS settles phishing investigation with Solara Medical Supplies for $3M

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reached a $3 million settlement with Solara Medical...

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HHS Administration reflects on 2024 achievements and challenges

The HHS Office for Civil Rights reflects on a year of advancing healthcare equity and civil rights through rule updates, enforcement actions, and...

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Understanding HIPAA violations: Penalties, and lessons learned

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is fundamental in protecting patient information across U.S. healthcare. Since its...

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Are educational email campaigns part of marketing?

Yes, educational email campaigns are an integral part of marketing. These campaigns focus on providing valuable information to the audience, building...

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2024's biggest cybersecurity challenges

According to the American Hospital Association (AHA), healthcare cybersecurity is under unprecedented strain in 2024, with 386 breaches reported so...

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Is information blocking a violation?

Information blocking refers to the practices used by healthcare providers and health IT developers that intentionally interfere with the access and...

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Should remote monitoring technologies be HIPAA compliant?

Yes, remote monitoring technologies (RMTs) should be HIPAA compliant.

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HHS issues guidance to ensure fair and secure use of AI in healthcare

The HHS Office for Civil Rights has issued guidance to healthcare entities on responsibly using AI tools, emphasizing compliance with...

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Millions of smartphone users location data stolen in major hack

The attack is estimated to impact hundreds of companies and millions of smartphone users.

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What is ECCS?

Ethical compliance and conduct standards (ECCS) outline acceptable behaviors and practices for staff. An International Journal of Research in...

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