LVHN Secures $60 Million Settlement for Massive Patient Data Breach
Lehigh Valley News
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Lehigh Valley Health Network has reached a $60 million settlement regarding a data breach that compromised the personal information of over 3,000 patients. The breach, which occurred in 2018, involved unauthorized access to patient data stored by a third-party vendor. Affected individuals are advised to enroll in credit monitoring services and remain vigilant for signs of identity theft, as the settlement includes provisions for compensation related to the breach. The settlement underscores the importance of data security in healthcare settings.
