Canada’s Privacy Advisory Leader Launches www.healthcareprivacy.ca to Provide Essential Tools for Data Security and Privacy Compliance

Toronto, Canada, October 4, 2024 – A staggering 11 million Canadian patients have been affected by healthcare data breaches in the last five years, according to a new study by Managed Privacy Canada (MPC). As healthcare organizations struggle to keep pace with increasing privacy and security threats, MPC has launched www.healthcareprivacy.ca, a dedicated platform to help healthcare providers safeguard sensitive patient data and ensure compliance with stringent privacy regulations.

On HealthcarePrivacy.ca, independent medical professionals, hospital privacy staff and healthcare clinics will find complimentary guidance on how 5 key areas of their practice will benefit from critical privacy improvements to protect patient data confidentiality.

Healthcare institutions face unique challenges when it comes to protecting personal health information (PHI). The growing complexity of digital health records, combined with the rising number of cyberattacks, leaves healthcare providers vulnerable to significant breaches. www.healthcareprivacy.ca offers healthcare organizations the tools and strategies needed to bolster their data security and meet regulatory requirements like PIPEDA and provincial health privacy laws.

“With millions of Canadians impacted by data breaches, the healthcare sector must take urgent action to protect sensitive patient information,” said Claudiu Popa, CEO of Managed Privacy Canada. “www.healthcareprivacy.ca is designed to help healthcare providers secure their operations, minimize breach risks, and maintain compliance with evolving privacy standards.”

Key Features of www.healthcareprivacy.ca:

• Healthcare Privacy Audits: Comprehensive evaluations of current privacy practices, identifying gaps and vulnerabilities in the management of patient data.
• Breach Prevention and Response Tools: Tailored solutions to detect, prevent, and respond to potential data breaches, minimizing their impact.
• Compliance Management: Assistance in meeting privacy regulations such as PIPEDA, HIPAA, and provincial health information privacy acts, ensuring that healthcare providers are compliant with current laws.
• Patient Data Protection Programs: Implementation of robust measures to secure electronic health records (EHRs), improve data governance, and protect patient privacy across healthcare networks.

As healthcare providers adopt new technologies and increase their reliance on digital health records, they also face escalating privacy risks. The launch of www.healthcareprivacy.ca provides essential tools to reduce data breaches, safeguard patient information, and ensure compliance with privacy laws. Managed Privacy Canada invites healthcare organizations to explore partnership opportunities through www.healthcareprivacy.ca to strengthen their data protection practices and enhance patient privacy across networks. Together, we can secure the future of healthcare against cyber threats and foster a safer, more compliant digital healthcare environment. Visit www.healthcareprivacy.ca to learn more about how to join us in this vital initiative.