In an effort to address the rising menace of cyber threats, the Joint Commission issued a Sentinel Event Alert on August 15, 2023. The alert, dubbed “Preserving patient safety after a cyberattack,” aims to provide advice and steps on how healthcare institutions can maintain safe patient care during a cyber-attack.
The Sentinel Event Alert calls for detailed, comprehensive planning to ensure that patient care isn’t compromised in the event of cyber attacks. It provides practical tips for healthcare organizations to safeguard against these risks.
The escalating number of cyberattacks in the healthcare sector represents a significant challenge for institutions, placing patient’s personal data and health information at risk.
Healthcare organizations worldwide are tasked with not only delivering patient care but also ensuring patient privacy and data security. The Sentinel Event Alert issued by the Joint Commission is a valuable resource in this ongoing endeavour.
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Cyberattacks pose a severe threat to the integrity of healthcare delivery systems and protecting patient safety must be at the forefront of every healthcare provider’s cybersecurity strategy. As the guidance provided by the Joint Commission aptly notes, healthcare organizations’ preparedness will be crucial in delivering safe patient care in the face of a cyber attack.
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