AI is transforming healthcare in incredible ways, from streamlining workflows to enhancing patient care. But just like any powerful technology, it comes with challenges—especially in cybersecurity. As AI becomes more advanced, so do cyber threats, making it essential for healthcare organizations to stay ahead with the right safeguards in place. The 2025 HIPAA Security Rule...
As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly integrates into healthcare operations, small to medium-sized healthcare providers face a critical challenge: ensuring AI is used safely, ethically, and in compliance with HIPAA regulations. From automated patient scheduling to AI-driven diagnostics, the potential of AI is undeniable—but so are the risks if it’s not properly governed. The solution? A...
Human error accounts for over 80% of healthcare data breaches, according to industry reports. In small healthcare practices, where teams are often stretched thin, even a small mistake—like clicking a phishing email or mishandling patient records—can lead to costly consequences. The problem isn’t that employees don’t care about compliance; it’s that traditional training methods fail...
MORRISTOWN, NJ, October 15, 2024 – HIPAA Secure Now, a leading provider of HIPAA compliance and cybersecurity solutions, today announced the launch of two new training courses: Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for Healthcare. These additions complement the company’s award-winning annual cybersecurity and HIPAA offerings, providing a comprehensive...
Introduction: Tackling Cybersecurity Head-On In the hustle and bustle of running a healthcare practice, it’s easy to overlook the growing threat of cyberattacks. With so much on your plate—caring for patients, managing staff, and keeping up with regulations—cybersecurity might feel like just another box to check. But as more patient information moves online, the risks...
It’s 3 PM on a hectic Tuesday. The waiting room is full, phones are ringing non-stop, and your office manager is reluctantly preparing to remind the staff about their pending trainings. Again. There’s a pang of guilt as she considers the already overloaded schedules of her hardworking team. For many healthcare professionals, this scenario is...
In today’s world where 45% of healthcare organizations reported experiencing a phishing attack in the previous 12 months, ongoing cybersecurity is no longer just a compliance checkbox – it’s a strategic imperative. As cyber threats continue to escalate in sophistication and frequency, small to mid-sized covered entities and business associates must go beyond mere compliance...
Morristown, New Jersey: HIPAA Secure Now announces a new line of Microsoft 365-focused offerings, promoting user engagement with ongoing Nano Tips “Nanos©” and expanding their training with new cybersecurity and productivity courses. Users can achieve certificates in fundamental Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams courses, and earn bonus points towards their gamified Employee Secure Score...
Increase in Impersonation Scams Recent findings by cybersecurity experts showed a 53% surge in daily cyber-threats targeting Microsoft Office in 2023. In fact, an average of 411,000 malicious files were detected per day. These findings underscore a growing trend where cybercriminals target document formats, particularly Microsoft Office and PDFs. Ransomware on the Rise The report...
Introduction: The Human Element When it comes to healthcare today, many employees are incredibly busy, exhausted, and bogged down by tedious administrative tasks. Cyber criminals rely on these factors to trick distracted employees into falling for social engineering scams. Common red flags like suspicious sender addresses, unexpected attachments, and urgent language can easily be missed...
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