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PRESS RELEASE: OCTOBER 7, 2024
Healthcare Data Breaches Up 35% in 2024: New Healthcaresecurity.ca Launched to Help Medical Professionals Prepare for 2025
Healthcaresecurity.ca launches to meet the growing security needs of hospital chains and large medical facilities
Toronto, Canada, October 7, 2024 – Healthcare data breaches have surged by 35% in 2024, affecting millions of patients and costing healthcare providers millions in recovery efforts. As data breaches and cyber threats continue to rise, HealthcareSecurity.ca has been launched to help hospitals, large medical facilities, and healthcare professionals safeguard their networks and prepare for the challenges of 2025.
Independent medical professionals, hospital privacy staff, and healthcare clinics will find complimentary guidance on how five key areas of their practice can benefit from critical privacy improvements to protect patient data confidentiality. As healthcare organizations face unique challenges in securing personal health information (PHI), HealthcareSecurity.ca delivers essential tools and expertise to reduce data breaches, bolster security, and ensure compliance with stringent privacy regulations.
“With healthcare data breaches up 35%, the healthcare sector is facing a critical challenge in protecting personal health information,” said Claudiu Popa, CEO of OTSEC Canada. “HealthcareSecurity.ca offers a proactive approach to data protection and cybersecurity, ensuring that healthcare providers are well-prepared to meet the demands of 2025 and beyond.”
Key Features of HealthcareSecurity.ca:
- Comprehensive Cybersecurity Audits: In-depth evaluations of current security measures, identifying weaknesses in hospital networks and healthcare systems.
- Incident Response Planning: Tailored strategies for preparing, detecting, and responding to data breaches and cyber threats in real-time.
- Regulatory Compliance Support: Expert guidance to ensure healthcare providers meet compliance requirements for laws such as PIPEDA, HIPAA, and other provincial health privacy regulations.
- Advanced Threat Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of healthcare IT infrastructures to detect and prevent cyber threats before they cause significant damage.
As hospitals and medical institutions increase their reliance on digital health technologies, they become more vulnerable to cyberattacks and data breaches. The launch of HealthcareSecurity.ca addresses these escalating risks by providing critical tools for protecting patient data, securing healthcare systems, and complying with ever-changing privacy regulations.
“Healthcare providers must be equipped with the right tools to tackle rising security risks in 2025,” continued Claudiu Popa. “OTSEC Canada’s HealthcareSecurity.ca invites healthcare organizations to explore partnership opportunities that enhance their ability to secure patient data and maintain operational continuity. Together, we can fortify the healthcare industry against cyber threats and foster a safer digital healthcare environment. Visit www.HealthcareSecurity.ca to learn more about how to join us in this vital initiative.”
About the Company:
HealthcareSecurity.ca is a project by the Informatica Group of Companies.
Datarisk Canada and Managed Privacy Canada specialize in managed security and privacy solutions for the small and mid-size market, with products and solutions designed to meet the growing needs of approved professional associations.
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