During the HLTH conference in Las Vegas, digital health startups largely focused on saturated areas like clinical documentation and telehealth, prompting healthcare leaders to call for innovation in less crowded sectors. Key discussions highlighted the need for startups that can translate medical research into practical applications for providers and improve patient engagement in health management. Notably, there is a demand for better collaboration between researchers and business factions to commercialize healthcare innovations and for tools that empower patients to manage their health independently through accessible medical data.

Digital Health Startups Urged to Explore Untapped Opportunities at HLTH Conference MedCity News

The mantra, "people, process, and technology" has long been a guiding principle in business and technology. However, cybersecurity expert Dennis Leber believes it's time to rethink that, he wrote in a recent piece. Not only did he suggest changing the wording, but also adding cybersecurity into the organizational process, which can help companies ensure a proactive approach to risk management. Finally, technology should be leveraged to support these people-driven processes, with tools that facilitate communication, efficiency, and security. By adopting this revised hierarchy of prioritization, organizations can create an environment that not only fosters employee engagement but also strengthens overall governance and resilience against cyber threats.

"Revolutionizing Business: Prioritizing People to Boost Cybersecurity and Innovation" LinkedIn

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is enhancing its cybersecurity measures to address the growing threat of cyber attacks on healthcare organizations, evidenced by a 128% rise in ransomware incidents in 2023. HHS is implementing a four-pronged strategy to strengthen cyber incident response, which includes setting voluntary performance goals, providing resources to promote these standards, and creating a centralized cybersecurity support hub. Deputy director Brian Mazanec noted that progress has already been made with the publication of healthcare-specific cybersecurity goals and emphasized the agency's commitment to improving collaboration with government and private sector partners.

HHS Intensifies Cybersecurity Efforts Amid Surge in Healthcare Ransomware Attacks Federal News Network

The recent HIMSS Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum brought attention to the urgent cyber threats facing healthcare, particularly from advanced groups like Scattered Spider, and highlighted a concerning gap between increasing cybersecurity budgets and the preparation of many organizations. Despite spending more, many healthcare systems suffer from inadequate defenses, with some lacking essential measures such as multifactor authentication. Greg Garcia, Executive Director, Health Sector Coordinating Council and Erik Decker, CISO at Intermoutain, emphasized that cybersecurity is a collective effort across all employees, suggesting that improved collaboration and potential regulatory changes could strengthen defenses against evolving cyber threats.

Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum Warns: Ransomware Threats Surge Amid Weak Defenses Healthcare IT News

During the HLTH conference in Las Vegas, digital health startups largely focused on saturated areas like clinical documentation and telehealth, prompting healthcare leaders to call for innovation in less crowded sectors. Key discussions highlighted the need for startups that can translate medical research into practical applications for providers and improve patient engagement in health management. Notably, there is a demand for better collaboration between researchers and business factions to commercialize healthcare innovations and for tools that empower patients to manage their health independently through accessible medical data.

Digital Health Startups Urged to Explore Untapped Opportunities at HLTH Conference MedCity News

The mantra, "people, process, and technology" has long been a guiding principle in business and technology. However, cybersecurity expert Dennis Leber believes it's time to rethink that, he wrote in a recent piece. Not only did he suggest changing the wording, but also adding cybersecurity into the organizational process, which can help companies ensure a proactive approach to risk management. Finally, technology should be leveraged to support these people-driven processes, with tools that facilitate communication, efficiency, and security. By adopting this revised hierarchy of prioritization, organizations can create an environment that not only fosters employee engagement but also strengthens overall governance and resilience against cyber threats.

"Revolutionizing Business: Prioritizing People to Boost Cybersecurity and Innovation" LinkedIn

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is enhancing its cybersecurity measures to address the growing threat of cyber attacks on healthcare organizations, evidenced by a 128% rise in ransomware incidents in 2023. HHS is implementing a four-pronged strategy to strengthen cyber incident response, which includes setting voluntary performance goals, providing resources to promote these standards, and creating a centralized cybersecurity support hub. Deputy director Brian Mazanec noted that progress has already been made with the publication of healthcare-specific cybersecurity goals and emphasized the agency's commitment to improving collaboration with government and private sector partners.

HHS Intensifies Cybersecurity Efforts Amid Surge in Healthcare Ransomware Attacks Federal News Network

The recent HIMSS Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum brought attention to the urgent cyber threats facing healthcare, particularly from advanced groups like Scattered Spider, and highlighted a concerning gap between increasing cybersecurity budgets and the preparation of many organizations. Despite spending more, many healthcare systems suffer from inadequate defenses, with some lacking essential measures such as multifactor authentication. Greg Garcia, Executive Director, Health Sector Coordinating Council and Erik Decker, CISO at Intermoutain, emphasized that cybersecurity is a collective effort across all employees, suggesting that improved collaboration and potential regulatory changes could strengthen defenses against evolving cyber threats.

Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum Warns: Ransomware Threats Surge Amid Weak Defenses Healthcare IT News