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Our digital world offers many benefits that help organizations of all sizes grow. Yet, with that comes challenges. Cybersecurity remains a top concern for various industries — including nonprofits.  According to a November 2022 survey, the majority of successful cyberattacks have been a stark reality. Over 45% of organizations reported between one to five successful breaches…

Technology has transformed healthcare, giving professionals access to updated patient records to raise the standard of care. Electronic health records (EHRs) are a big part of this transformation, with 75% of healthcare providers believing they help provide better patient care. Many healthcare organizations rely on these records in their daily activities.  While EHRs and other digitized healthcare…

Learn how to protect healthcare data from phishing. Explore our expert strategies to protect your patient and organization data against phishing attacks.

How to Defend Against Smishing Attacks Healthcare data has significant value for hackers, and older adult care is one of the most targeted industries. Hackers use personal data to access patient healthcare information, create false identities, commit insurance fraud or obtain free medical treatment.  Knowing how to prevent smishing attacks is crucial to protect patients and…

Guide to Cloud Security Understanding cloud security can help your nursing home or senior living center keep sensitive data protected. Many facilities with residents and patients handle sensitive information, including medical records, prescriptions and medical histories, making proper cybersecurity essential. Explore what cloud security is, the risks of transferring data to the cloud and why you…

How to Protect Health Information in a Senior Living Center Senior living centers must protect information regarding patients’ medical records, prescriptions, diagnoses and medical history. Most of this information is private and sensitive, making it essential to protect it from potential hackers or cyberattacks.  Learning about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), its…

IT Services for Post-Acute Care When caring for older adults, post-acute care is a reality. More than 40% of Medicare beneficiaries are discharged to post-acute facilities — an essential step in their recovery. The post-acute care programs’ efficacy dictates patient health outcomes in many ways, so IT services and post-acute care go hand in hand. Access to…