The landscape of healthcare technology has dramatically evolved, transitioning from paper records to sophisticated digital systems like Electronic Health Records (EHR). Despite the significant advancements and innovations brought by EHRs, they fell short of the grand promise to provide unified,
In recent years, healthcare systems have become increasingly vulnerable to ransomware attacks, highlighting the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures. A study conducted by the cybersecurity firm Claroty has unveiled a concerning trend: approximately 90% of healthcare organizations are
A significant data breach has rocked Concord Orthopaedics (COPA), affecting thousands of patients due to a compromised third-party vendor’s software used for patient registration and appointment check-ins. The breach initially came to light on November 21, 2024, when COPA discovered unauthorized a
The current state of patient satisfaction with NHS services is alarmingly low, with only 24% of the public satisfied with NHS services. This dissatisfaction is rooted in various factors, including overburdened healthcare staff and inefficient data management systems. These problems persist despite
In a notable incident impacting the healthcare sector, a data breach at Columbus Regional Health between May 19 and May 21 resulted in severe ramifications for around 132,800 individuals. The breach compromised sensitive personal information, including patient names, addresses, dates of birth,
Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand has taken a significant step towards modernizing healthcare with the launch of the Shared Digital Health Records (SDHR) project. The initiative aims to consolidate and streamline access to patient health information for clinicians nationwide. With initial funding of
