Chicago-Based Saint Anthony Hospital Investigating Incident Involving Email Breach
SAH Chicago
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Saint Anthony Hospital recently reported a cybersecurity breach involving unauthorized access to employee email accounts that may have compromised personal and protected health information of individuals. Discovered on February 6, 2025, the hospital is conducting an investigation with cybersecurity experts to assess the extent of the data breach, which may include sensitive personal information. Although there is currently no evidence of data misuse, the hospital is proactively notifying affected individuals and advising them on protective measures, highlighting the critical importance of data security in healthcare. This incident underscores the need for healthcare organizations to continually enhance their cybersecurity practices to protect patient information from potential threats.
