Latest Health Care Cybersecurity News & Articles

General InformationJan 14, 2021

Security alert: E-mails impersonating AMA presidents

The American Medical Association (AMA) recently became aware of fraudulent email solicitations that impersonate current AMA President, Dr. Susan Bailey, and past AMA President, Dr. Patrice Harris. Learn more.

Advocacy UpdateDec 18, 2020

Dec. 18, 2020: National Advocacy Update

FDA authorizes first COVID-19 vaccine; provides instruction to providers and patients and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

SustainabilityNov 30, 2020

Cyber vulnerability grows along with COVID-19 pandemic stresses

Hospitals and physician practices are becoming more vulnerable to cyberattacks as the pandemic creates greater demand for telemedicine.

DigitalNov 11, 2020

Protecting physicians and hospitals from emerging cyberthreats

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing emerging cyber threats during the pandemic.

Illustration of various smart phones, computers, and devices with locks and keys, representing cyber security.

SustainabilityNov 10, 2020

What doctors can do to thwart cybercriminals as 2020 closes

The AMA and American Hospital Association have advice for physicians on how to ensure security and patient privacy when using digital health tools.

Advocacy UpdateNov 6, 2020

Nov. 6, 2020: National Advocacy Update

FBI warns of "imminent cybercrime threat" to U.S. hospitals and health care providers and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

SustainabilityAug 11, 2020

Physician cybersecurity

Viruses, malware and hackers pose a threat to patients and physician practices. Find tips to protect patient health records and other data from cyberattacks.

DigitalApr 28, 2020

Experts discuss the obstacles and the opportunities using telemedicine

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by helping physicians with the expansion of telemedicine.

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