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Cybersecurity Challenges in Telemedicine and How to Keep Virtual Appointments Secure

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by John Funk, Creative Consultant at SevenAtoms Telemedicine has completely changed the healthcare game, allowing you to chat with your doctor from the comfort of your couch goodbye waiting rooms, traffic jams, and awkward small talk! Just you, your Wi-Fi, and the doctor on screen.

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Telehealth is biggest threat to healthcare cybersecurity, says report

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

" Other experts have said cybersecurity is key to fulfilling telehealth's promise, with data breaches likely to undermine patient confidence in the modality to the degree that they switch physicians or stop using telemedicine altogether. ON THE RECORD.

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Ransomware, Cloud, and Phishing: Decoding this Year’s Cybersecurity Landscape

Healthcare IT Today

In the first half of the year alone, we saw major incidents like the Change Healthcare breach , which affected up to one-third of Americans , and the Ascension ransomware attack , which disrupted hospital operations across the U.S., These incidents highlight the critical vulnerabilities in healthcare cybersecurity.

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Healthcare Cybersecurity – 2024 Health IT Predictions

Healthcare IT Today

All of this year’s 2024 health IT predictions (updated as they’re shared): John and Colin’s 2024 Healthcare IT Predictions Health Equity Predictions Healthcare Cybersecurity Predictions And now, check out our community’s Healthcare Cybersecurity predictions.

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Weekly Roundup – April 5, 2025

Healthcare IT Today

Read more… Will Video Reshape the Future of Healthcare ? Rasmus Almqvist at Hibox described telemedicine’s role in offering convenient care, particularly for preventive care and patients with chronic conditions , and in closing key care gaps.

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9 Best Telemedicine Newsletters You Should Be Reading to Keep Up With the Industry

Enzyme Health

Quickly scale your telemedicine business using our clinician network - announcing Enzyme On Demand ! Blog Login Sign Up 9 Best Telemedicine Newsletters You Should Be Reading to Keep Up With the Industry Enzyme Health Team March 27, 2019 In an industry that can feel isolating, it’s important to keep connected. Only 20% are listed here.

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Secure Your Healthcare Organization with Better Cyber Resilience

Healthcare IT Today

Regular training sessions tailored to the healthcare environment, including real-world simulations like phishing drills, can help staff recognize and respond to cyber threats effectively. Training should also focus on secure communication between providers and patients, especially with the rise of telemedicine and digital health platforms.