Cyberattacks have impacted 92% of healthcare organizations in the past year. These cyberattacks have severely affected patient care, with 69% of companies reporting disruptions, and some even mentioning increased patient mortality rates. Supply chain attacks were the most likely to disrupt patient care, while ransomware led to delayed procedures and extended patient stays. However, measurable steps are being taken to prevent further attacks and subsequently improve patient outcomes.

HSCC CWG urges halting NPRM, calls for joint cybersecurity policy reform to boost healthcare resilience
The Cybersecurity Working Group (CWG) within the U.S. Healthcare and Public Health Sector Coordinating Council (HSCC) has called on the country’s federal administration to work