Health Center Resilience in the Face of Cyber Adversity Health Center Resilience in the Face of Cyber Adversity Molly Rafferty Wednesday, February 21, 2024 0 1178 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... Read more
A Guide to Essential Cybersecurity Tasks for Health Centers A Guide to Essential Cybersecurity Tasks for Health Centers HITEQ Center Tuesday, August 8, 2023 0 2475 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... Read more
Promoting Cybersecurity Awareness for Patients Promoting Cybersecurity Awareness for Patients Nathan Botts Friday, June 30, 2023 0 3142 Protecting yourself when using patient portals, health apps, and online medical devices, June 2023 This training guide provides patients with knowledge and awareness about cybersecurity threats to protect their personal health data and to minimize risks from computer viruses and malware. Read more