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    The SecurityInfoWatch.com Healthcare category is a collection of news, analysis, and other information relevant to security professionals who work in or provide services to the Healthcare market. It covers issues pertaining to security management as well as security technology deployments in hospitals, clincs and other healthcare organizations.
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    AI agents are increasingly integrated into enterprise systems, performing tasks autonomously across networks — often without sufficient oversight.
    Rodney Bosch
    June 25, 2025
    A new report from BeyondID warns that autonomous AI agents are becoming powerful, unmonitored insiders within enterprise networks — and most organizations aren’t prepared to secure...

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    Texas Hospital Association names CENTEGIX an Industry Partner
    Centegix
    May 20, 2025
    The designation enables THA’s 400,000-member healthcare workforce to more easily implement CENTEGIX’s CrisisAlert solution.
    RapidSOS announces Global Medical Response partnership to accelerate air medical support
    May 19, 2025
    This integration allows ECCs to digitally request a GMR air ambulance in less than 60 seconds, eliminating the need for phone calls or manual data entry.
    Franciscan Health Olympia Fields partners with Athena Security
    Athena Security
    May 8, 2025
    Franciscan Alliance is considering the adoption of Athena's system at other locations after its successful deployment at the Olympia Fields campus.
    Texas health agency data breach now impacts 94,000
    May 1, 2025
    The commission is encouraging all SNAP recipients to check their accounts for potential fraud and to report anything suspicious to law enforcement.
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    The Change Healthcare cyberattack made a lasting impact on the healthcare industry and security professionals worldwide. Over a year later, it is still pointed to as an example of a breach that can have devastating consequences, but the lessons security leaders can take away will help them be better prepared for the future.
    Michael Gray
    April 16, 2025
    Lessons for cybersecurity leaders include that security solutions and protocols must evolve as cyberattacks continue to evolve.
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    SaferWatch
    March 14, 2025
    The Mobile Alert Panic App includes mobile and fixed panic buttons, real-time alerts, mass notifications, tip reporting, and more.
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    Industry leaders stress that an integrated approach—encompassing cybersecurity, physical security, staff training, and strategic collaborations—is essential for ensuring patient and staff safety.
    Steve Lasky
    March 13, 2025
    Insights on integrating cybersecurity, physical security and training to safeguard healthcare facilities.
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    The healthcare sector faces unique cybersecurity challenges due to the sensitive nature of the data it handles and the critical services it provides. By understanding the various vulnerabilities and implementing robust security measures, healthcare organizations can better protect themselves against cyber threats.
    Understanding vulnerabilities and implementing strong security measures help healthcare organizations defend against cyber threats.
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    In our work around infant abduction prevention, we carefully assess each of the unit's physical egress points. We are looking for the shortest possible path to get an infant from the unit into a car or otherwise offsite.
    Frank Pisciotta
    March 13, 2025
    Healthcare facilities must adopt a comprehensive security framework that goes beyond guidelines to protect vulnerable patients.
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    Ransomware groups now specifically target healthcare providers, knowing that the immediate need to restore patient care services increases the likelihood of ransom payments.
    Tim Freestone
    March 13, 2025
    Effective implementation hinges on transparent communication with staff, patients, and business partners about new security measures and their impact on workflow.
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    Steve Lasky
    March 13, 2025
    Discover the alarming surge in assaults on healthcare workers and the escalating crisis of violence in American hospitals. Explore the consequences, challenges, and urgent need...
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    Errol Weiss
    March 13, 2025
    As healthcare policy takes center stage, recently enacted cybersecurity legislation is poised to redefine patient privacy and data security. At the forefront of these changes ...
    Iveda announces Pinpoint to safeguard hospital equipment with real-time tracking
    Iveda
    March 5, 2025
    As part of this new product expansion, Iveda is also introducing a suite of tracking accessories to enhance operational control.
    Strata Decision Technology joins Snowflake to transform healthcare financial analytics
    March 3, 2025
    Ongoing integration of Strata’s data within Snowflake allows Strata to make its data more accessible to healthcare customers within StrataJazz and Axiom.
    Identiv and Novanta partner to streamline adoption of RFID solutions for healthcare OEMs
    Feb. 28, 2025
    The Identiv-Novanta partnership expects to yield an optimized ecosystem where manufacturers can easily evaluate and implement RFID solutions.