In response to a recent hyperbolic article from Business Insider criticizing Oracle's efforts in modernizing the Department of Veterans Affairs' electronic health record (EHR) system, Ken Glueck of Oracle argues that the piece disregarded major advancements and improvements made under Oracle’s leadership. He points out that the outdated VistA system, which had vulnerable and fragmented data, is being replaced with a secure, interoperable EHR platform used successfully by over 3,800 Department of Defense locations. Glueck highlights various inaccuracies and omissions in the Business Insider article, emphasizing Oracle's commitment to transforming healthcare IT infrastructure using advanced cloud and AI technologies, resulting in enhanced patient care and efficiency.

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Dollar General has ended its partnership with mobile care provider DocGo, discontinuing a pilot program that offered mobile health clinics at three stores in Tennessee. The move is part of a broader trend among retailers—including Walmart and Walgreens—who are withdrawing from primary care operations due to the challenges of low reimbursements, high operating costs, and workforce shortages. Dollar General plans to continue offering health and wellness products in its stores but will no longer pursue its initial goal of becoming a "health destination." This shift follows similar strategic changes by competitors, reflecting the broader difficulty of achieving profitability in the primary care space.

Dollar General shuts down mobile clinics, becoming latest retailer to abandon primary care Healthcare Brew

OpenAI's ChatGPT experienced a major service outage impacting the web version, mobile app, and new Mac app on June 4, 2024. The outage began around 2:30am ET and lasted over five hours, affecting millions of users who rely on the AI for various tasks. OpenAI acknowledged the issue and implemented a fix, which is being monitored to ensure stability. While the exact cause remains unclear, the situation recalls previous service disruptions. Users are gradually regaining access, though some still report issues.

ChatGPT is still down for many, but OpenAI says it's now rolling out a fix TechRadar

Microsoft has highlighted the urgent need to secure internet-exposed operational technology (OT) devices following a rise in cyber attacks since late 2023. Such attacks can manipulate critical parameters in industrial processes, potentially causing malfunctions and outages. OT systems' vulnerabilities are often due to weak passwords and outdated software, making them easy targets. Recent advisories from Rockwell Automation and the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) stress the heightened risk amidst geopolitical tensions, with pro-Russia hacktivists targeting control systems in North America and Europe. To mitigate these risks, organizations are urged to enhance their OT security hygiene, reduce attack surfaces, and implement zero trust practices. Additionally, Claroty has reported on Fuxnet, a new malware used to attack Russian infrastructure, highlighting the evolving threat landscape for OT systems.

Microsoft Warns of Surge in Cyber Attacks Targeting Internet-Exposed OT Devices thehackernews