Enhanced Healthcare Data Security: Cybersecurity Act of 2024.
This Act aims to strengthen the cybersecurity of the Healthcare and Public Health Sector, directly protecting your sensitive medical data and ensuring continuous access to care. It mandates close coordination between the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to rapidly address cyber threats, which have significantly increased. These measures are expected to reduce the risk of patient data breaches and service disruptions, particularly in rural and smaller healthcare facilities.
Key points
Data Protection: Enhanced security for electronic health records and sensitive patient information against malicious cyberattacks.
Inter-Agency Coordination: Appointment of a liaison between CISA and HHS to coordinate cybersecurity efforts and facilitate rapid threat information sharing.
High-Risk Asset Identification: Establishment of criteria to designate high-risk healthcare assets, allowing for prioritized allocation of resources to bolster cyber resilience.
Training and Risk Management: Requirement to update sector-specific risk management plans and provide training to healthcare owners and operators on mitigating cyber risks.
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