Nonprofit healthcare operator Ascension fell victim to a ransomware attack in May 2024, leading to disrupted operations across its 140 hospitals and senior living providers. This incident, on the back of a similar attack on Change Healthcare earlier in the year, sparked discussions about the vulnerability of the healthcare sector to cyber threats. Some identified consolidation within the healthcare sector as a contributing risk factor, and highlighted the importance of investing in small providers to bolster cybersecurity. Policymakers are advocating a national cybersecurity strategy across the healthcare sector.
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