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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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Cybercriminals seek to take advantage of rapid telehealth scale-up

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"Cybersecurity isn’t always a priority when it comes to healthcare, but it should be. The consequences of cyber risks can be incredibly severe as healthcare data is particularly personal and sensitive," said Kelly Rozumalski, secure connected health director at Booz Allen, in a statement to Healthcare IT News.

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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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