American Hospital Association October 21, 2024
Joanne M. Conroy, M.D., Chair, American Hospital Association

Cyberattacks are increasing and expected to reach record numbers in the U.S. by the end of 2024. Although no field or industry is immune from attacks that involve phishing, ransomware and data theft, health care organizations have become a top target for cybercriminals.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. It’s a topic we can’t talk about enough — this month and every month. Every single day, cybercriminals are out there trying to get information they can use for nefarious purposes. Hospitals and health systems must be diligent and prioritize their efforts to prevent and mitigate cyberattacks.

Cyber threats are threat-to-life crimes. That’s why it’s critical to view cybersecurity as a patient safety, enterprise risk and strategic priority, and not solely as...

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