For decades, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has been the unquestioned bedrock of patient privacy in the United States, yet a dangerous misconception persists that its authority extends to every corner of the modern healthcare ecosystem. Organizations operating
The massive 2024 Change Healthcare cyberattack sent immediate and severe shockwaves through the American healthcare system, paralyzing payment flows and pushing providers toward a financial precipice. In response, the federal government launched an emergency relief program intended to serve as a
In an era where digital records are the norm for everything from school registrations to medical histories, the sanctity of a child's personal information represents one of the most critical trusts placed in healthcare providers. When this trust is broken, the consequences can be far-reaching
A New Legal Front in the War on Cybercrime In a groundbreaking legal maneuver that signals a major shift in how public institutions combat cybercrime, Barts Health NHS Trust has taken the unprecedented step of initiating legal action against the notorious hacking syndicate Cl0p. This lawsuit marks
While headlines often focus on the theft of sensitive patient medical records, a more insidious threat is emerging from the shadows of healthcare cybersecurity, targeting the financial and administrative heart of the NHS. This strategic pivot by cybercriminals represents a new front in the battle
The sensitive health information of children is among the most private data a family possesses, making its compromise a deeply concerning event for any parent. A recent security incident at Physicians to Children & Adolescents (PTCA), a pediatric healthcare provider based in Kentucky, has
