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Earn the Cyber Preparedness Pro badge by participating in the skill builder series, Ready for Anything: Cyber Preparedness for Health Centers.

  • Upon completing the series, you will earn an official digital badge from the HITEQ Center. This is your permanent proof of completion, powered by blockchain technology. Use it to:
    • Showcase your expertise by adding the badge directly to your LinkedIn profile or email signature.
    • Demonstrate your verifiable accreditation like Accredible and Open Badge.

 

Description of the Series: This learning pathway is a structured series designed to equip health center staff with the knowledge and skills needed to protect their organization from cyber threats. Moving beyond basic security measures, this progression covers the full spectrum of cyber preparedness—from identifying vulnerabilities and understanding common attack vectors to developing incident response plans. Participants will engage in practical use cases and interactive sessions to build a robust defense strategy, ensuring their health center is resilient, prepared, and ready for anything in today's digital landscape.

 

Fill out the submission form below and you will be rewarded with a Cybersecurity Preparedness Pro badge! This is an official badge that is submitted by the HITEQ Center as a proof of completion to the blockchain. Your credentials can be added to profiles such as LinkedIn and verified through accreditation services such as Accredible and Open Badge.

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Addressing Cybersecurity Threats in Health Centers Addressing Cybersecurity Threats in Health Centers

Addressing Cybersecurity Threats in Health Centers

Maddie Bishop-Harris 0 7625

HITEQ Center, June 2025

This article uses the 2020 incident at the Family Health Center of Worcester (FHCW) to explore innovative strategies to bolster health centers' cybersecurity, including leveraging group purchasing organizations (GPOs) for discounted solutions and implementing bug bounty programs to proactively strengthen systems. Ultimately, it investigates how these approaches can protect vital community health resources from the escalating tide of cyber threats.

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Health Center Resilience in the Face of Cyber Adversity Health Center Resilience in the Face of Cyber Adversity

Health Center Resilience in the Face of Cyber Adversity

Molly Rafferty 0 11266

A Case Study of the Family Health Center of Worcester’s Ransomware Incident, February 2024

The use of ransomware — malicious software that restricts access to computer systems with financial demands — has escalated, targeting health centers and putting countless lives at risk. This dire reality came to the forefront during the alarming ransomware attack on the Family Health Center of Worcester, Inc. (FHCW), where the personal health information and care continuity for thousands of patients were compromised. This resource uses FHCW's experience as a case study to demonstrate the...
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A Guide to Essential Cybersecurity Tasks for Health Centers A Guide to Essential Cybersecurity Tasks for Health Centers

A Guide to Essential Cybersecurity Tasks for Health Centers

HITEQ Center 0 9622

For health centers with limited resources, developed in June 2023

In an increasingly connected healthcare landscape, health centers face a dual challenge: the rising tide of cyber threats and the need to comply with stringent data protection regulations, all while managing limited resources. The ever-evolving nature of cyberattacks and the complexity of compliance requirements make it essential for health centers to prioritize cybersecurity tasks effectively. Many Health Center leaders, IT Managers, and Compliance Directors are trying to ensure that they...
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