Could cyber security be the next big healthcare emergency?
With threats on the rise, Sectra’s Chris Scarisbrick considers the cyber security landscape including how far cloud adoption can help the NHS.
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New information added to NHS Digital’s cyber security campaign
The Keep IT Confidential cyber security awareness campaign from NHS Digital has been updated with new advice and best practice for staying safe online
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Is the NHS investment in data security paying dividends?
In a column for Digital Health, Davey Winder, explores whether data security in healthcare is doing its job correctly.
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Birmingham NHS Trust bolsters cyber security to protect patient data
Birmingham’s Community Healthcare NHS Trust has invested in a full suite of cyber security services from CyberGuard to keep patient data safe.
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GCHQ powers to access NHS IT systems is extended
The powers allow GCHQ to request information held by or on behalf of the NHS for the purpose of “supporting and maintaining security”.
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The privacy problem with health-related apps is linked to insecure coding
In his next cyber security column for Digital Health, Davey Winder, explores the privacy issues surrounding health-related apps.
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Transgender charity Mermaids fined £25k for data protection breach
The transgender charity has been fined £25,000 by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) for failing to keep the personal data of its users secure.
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NHS Test and Trace bolsters cyber security with Risk Ledger
The British cyber security company will manage security risks in the Test and Trace supply chain as part of a proactive measure to mitigate cyber threats.
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Getting cyber security math right is key to preventing ransomware attacks
In his June column for Digital Health, Davey Winder gives his thoughts on the on-going incident happening in the Republic of Ireland.
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New Zealand Health Board hit by cyber security incident
A health board in New Zealand confirmed on May 18 that it has been hit by a cyber security incident which has affected five hospitals.
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