Cybercrime is like a 'chronic disease,' AHA leader says
Becker's Hospital Review
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Contributed by: Drex DeFord
Summary
Rick Pollack, CEO of the American Hospital Association (AHA), compared cybercrime to a "chronic disease" in his August 8 statement, advocating for enhanced safeguards and federal collaboration to manage its risks. The healthcare industry faces persistent cyberattacks, as seen in the ransomware incidents involving Change Healthcare and OneBlood. In response, the AHA provides cybersecurity alerts, preparedness plans, and tech company support. Pollack emphasized the need for shared responsibility between the healthcare sector and government, calling for greater federal intelligence sharing and disruption of cyber threats. He also urged the Biden administration to align cybersecurity regulations with the Department of Health and Human Services' voluntary approach and to provide more resources and third-party standards for healthcare systems.
