Drex DeFord dives into the latest cybersecurity challenges impacting the healthcare sector. Diving into the ransomware attack on OneBlood, a nonprofit blood center serving multiple states, and its significant impact on clinical operations. Next, Drex covers the ongoing legal battle between Delta Air Lines and CrowdStrike over a costly cyber incident. Finally, he highlights a concerning trend where overworked cyber professionals are turning to cybercrime as an alternative career path. Remember, Stay a little paranoid.Subscribe: https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealthTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekhealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer - https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/3173454

In today’s Health IT podcast, I discuss the importance of managing automated software updates to avoid disruptions like the recent CrowdStrike outage, Interested?

August 5, 2024: Wes Wright, Chief Healthcare Officer at Ordr, and Mac McMillan, Founder, CEO, Board Member, and Advisor, join Drex for the news. The discussion highlights the persistent disparity in healthcare access between rural and urban areas, questioning whether technology alone can bridge this gap. The conversation also explores the ARPA-H initiative, pondering if new technology development is necessary when existing tools might suffice. The trio reflects on the creation of a dedicated Cyber Force, drawing parallels with military coordination to enhance cybersecurity. Should the government play a more significant role in supporting private sector defenses? They further discuss the indictment of a North Korean cybercriminal, debating the implications of such actions and the broader geopolitical context.Key Points:00:37 Rural Healthcare Challenges02:54 Technology and Socioeconomic Issues05:58 ARPA-H Initiative and Military Healthcare09:17 The Case for a Cyber Force13:54 North Korean Cyber Threats and Final ThoughtsNews articles:Microsoft and Google are helping rural hospitals protect themselves from cyberattacksUS indicts North Korean hacker accused of helping extort US hospitals | CNN PoliticsA Cyber Force Is Not the Only Solution - War on the RocksThis Week Health SubscribeThis Week Health TwitterThis Week Health LinkedinAlex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer Donate

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Drex DeFord covers critical updates in cybersecurity and technology risks. Discover the latest on Health Equity's data breach impacting 4.3 million accounts, a U.S. indictment of a North Korean hacker targeting healthcare organizations, and urgent Apple security updates. Plus, insights into technology consolidation risks with recent outages at Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services.Remember, Stay a little paranoid.Subscribe: https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealthTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekhealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer - https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/3173454

I think I've seen this movie before. Of course they are going to post a big loss in healthcare.

Drex DeFord discusses the financial impact of the recent CrowdStrike incident, estimating healthcare losses at $1.9 billion. He explores the implications for cyber and business interruption insurance, highlighting the potential for rising insurance costs and the likelihood of litigation. Drex also delves into the broader risks associated with consolidation in the industry and the interconnected nature of cybersecurity and risk management.Remember, Stay a little paranoid.Subscribe: https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealthTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekhealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer - https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/3173454

Cleveland Clinic hires a Chief AI Officer, but I'm wondering, do you think your system needs a Chief AI Officer?

Discover the response to CrowdStrike’s recent blue screen incident and the steps being taken to prevent future issues. Learn about the critical cloud security gaps found in the Department of Health and Human Services, and get a glimpse of OpenAI’s new SearchGPT prototype, a potential game-changer in the AI search landscape. Plus, find out why cloud security company Wiz is opting for an IPO over a major deal with Google. Tune in for all this and more in just two minutes!Remember, Stay a little paranoid.Subscribe: https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealthTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekhealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer - https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/3173454

ONC releases USCDI version five as they continue to revolutionize data governance at a national level.