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$16M: The Record Breaking Cost of a Data Breach
Anthem is being held accountable, to the tune of a record breaking $16,000,000, for cyber attacks that compromised protected health information.
Health Data Breaches Are on the Rise
Healthcare data breaches are trending upward, rising from 199 reported incidents in 2010 to 344 reported incidents in 2017.
10 Stubborn Cybersecurity Myths, Busted
As common half-truths and misperceptions plague information security, we separate truth from fiction and outline steps to take in order to make your healthcare institution safer.
Natural Disasters Make Strong Case for EHRs
Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, and the devastation they have brought with them, serve as glaring reminders for how beneficial EHRs can be in a crisis. Is your hospital prepared?
IT Expenses Per Physician Continue to Rise to Nearly $19,000
IT expenses per physician each year have increased $2K to $4K over the last year, leaving total IT expenses per physician between $14K to $19K.
5 Cybersecurity Threats to Know About Right Now
The Petya ransomware attack is only one of the five major issues hospital IT, privacy, and compliance pros should understand this month.
Existing Health IT Is Meant to Help. Too Bad It Doesn’t
The American Association of Family Physicians says that needs to change, and points to the kind of technology that actually enables better care.
Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns for 2017
A new report says poor information management and faulty CDS implementation pose risks to patients.
Healthcare Remains a Ripe Target for Cybercriminals
Forrester, a research and consulting firm, offers healthcare organizations cybersecurity guidance as 2017 shapes up to be an uncertain year.