Despite a 2010 NHS rule against mixed-sex ward occupancy, health data reveals that 11 of 24 Yorkshire health trusts failed to comply last year. nationally, the number of breaches has more than doubled over the past five years. While COVID-19 has contributed to the increase, patient advocates warn compromising patient dignity and privacy should not occur as routine.
Healthcare Cybersecurity: The Chronic Condition We Can’t Ignore
Cyber breaches in healthcare are compared to chronic diseases, needing continuous management and creating long-term complications. These include financial drains from lawsuits and security rehashes,
