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Understanding the role of cyber insurance

The evolving cyberthreat landscape poses a significant risk to small businesses. Cybercriminals often target such businesses due to the valuable data they possess and possibly less advanced security measures. To protect themselves, small businesses often implement safeguards including firewalls, data backups, and ongoing cybersecurity training for employees.

Securing PHI: Best practices for cybersecurity

Protected health information (PHI) comprises data that identifies an individual’s medical history, treatment plans, and payment records, making it highly sensitive and valuable to cybercriminals. The importance of securing PHI extends beyond regulatory compliance; it is about preserving patient trust, preventing identity theft, and upholding ethical standards in healthcare delivery.

Paper to pixels: Assessing the value of switching to EHRs

As technology continues to evolve, traditional paper-based medical records are slowly being replaced by electronic health records (EHRs). This transition from paper to pixels has sparked debates and discussions within the healthcare industry. While some view EHRs as a necessary step toward modernization, others argue that it is an unnecessary expense with little added value.