The growing focus on population health and social determinants of health is changing the philosophy of care delivery and the operations of hospitals and health systems. This shift brings potential benefits for patients and outcomes but also poses risks to privacy and cybersecurity. Key cybersecurity issues in healthcare for 2019 and 2020 include the security of FHIR and APIs, the risks associated with business associates, the need for specialized security in the era of digital transformation, the potential pitfalls of AI and machine learning, the challenges of cloud computing, and the increasing threat of phishing attacks.

Microsoft Teams To Block Screen Capture During Meetings
Microsoft will launch a “Prevent Screen Capture” feature for Teams in July 2025 to block unauthorized screenshots during meetings, addressing a key vulnerability. The feature