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Cyberattacks on healthcare systems directly impact patient care. They force a return to manual processes, delay or cancel surgeries, and increase the risk of medical errors. A new survey shows that 81% of healthcare leaders now recognize that healthcare cybersecurity is not just a technical issue; it’s a strategic priority tied to patient outcomes. The … Read more
20/20 Vision for Cyber Risk – AOAExcel sees the cyber risk and the need for cyber liability insurance in optometry. Along with Lockton Affinity, they have launched coverage to protect optometric practices from the costs and reputational damage done by a cyberattack. A leading cyber insurer underwrites the coverage. The move targets rising cyber threats. … Read more
Survey Reveals Widespread Vulnerabilities in Rural Hospitals Hospitals and healthcare providers across the United States face growing risks from cyberattacks that can disrupt patient care, expose sensitive data, and drain financial resources. As cybercriminals target outdated systems and under-resourced IT departments, many facilities, particularly small and rural ones, struggle to keep up. A new report … Read more
Specialized Cyber Insurance MSI has introduced MSI Cyber for Managed Care Organizations, a specialized cyber insurance program offering up to $25 million in primary and excess coverage. The new program directly targets the unmet cyber risk and cybersecurity needs of managed care organizations (MCOs). MCOs handle high volumes of sensitive healthcare data, placing them at … Read more
What Price Overconfidence? The timeless tale of the Tortoise and the Hare offers a clear lesson: overconfidence can lead to defeat. In healthcare IT, this overconfidence may cost organizations millions of dollars. A new report from Paubox exposes a confidence crisis among healthcare IT leaders who vastly overestimate their ability to safeguard email communication, one … Read more