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The Importance of Healthcare Cybersecurity: Best Practices for Protecting Patient Data and Ensuring HIPAA Compliance

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According to the HIPAA Journal , between 2009 and 2021, the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights received reports of 4,419 healthcare data breaches of 500 or more records each. Why Healthcare Cybersecurity is Important. The Risk of Healthcare and Cybersecurity Breaches.

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Top Cybersecurity Issues Facing Healthcare Organizations

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According to a recent survey of healthcare organizations, 34% of respondents reported experiencing a ransomware attack in 2021. Additionally, healthcare providers should regularly review their systems to identify and address any weaknesses, ensuring that patient information is kept secure. Ransomware Infections.

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