Our Guide To Healthcare It Security And Data Protection

data protection in healthcare

Healthcare organizations are in a unique situation of being exposed to increased risks from cyber attacks and the impacts of healthcare industry-specific regulations. And it all centers around how you handle and protect patient data.

Unfortunately, cybercriminals are constantly finding new and innovative ways to infiltrate health and human services. And that can expose your business not only to a data breach but severe regulatory compliance penalties and fines.

To help you better understand why this is such a unique problem, we’ve put together this up-to-date guide to cyber security measures for healthcare facilities.

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Windows 7 HIPAA Compliant Requirements – Microsoft Ends Service for Windows 7

Key Takeaways:

  • End of Support for Windows 7: Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7 as of January 14, 2020. This means no more technical support, software updates, or security updates will be provided.
  • HIPAA Compliance and Security Risks: Remaining on Windows 7 post-support end date poses significant security risks and non-compliance with HIPAA regulations. Without updates, systems become vulnerable to data breaches.
  • Transition to Windows 10: Upgrading to Windows 10 is essential for maintaining HIPAA compliance. The transition is relatively straightforward but requires proper planning and testing of hardware and software compatibility.

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