Healthcare organizations face significant security threats, particularly from insider risks, which account for most data breaches. The 2024 Change Healthcare breach highlighted vulnerabilities, compromising data of 190 million individuals. Despite some progress, many organizations lack robust insider threat programs. Best practices for patient privacy include enhancing team collaboration, adopting automated solutions, ensuring accurate patient identification, and providing ongoing staff training.
The government should invest now in healthcare cybersecurity, says HSCC
A report by the Health Sector Coordinating Council highlights that funding shortfalls and workforce shortages make small, rural healthcare providers vulnerable to ransomware attacks. Recommendations
