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Cybersecurity is something that impacts everyone, especially in the field of health care. With protected health information (PHI) and other sensitive data at stake, physicians must take great care in protecting their electronic health record (EHR) and other digital systems from viruses, malware, hac ...Read More
Cybersecurity is something that impacts everyone, especially in the field of health care. With protected health information (PHI) and other sensitive data at stake, physicians must take great care in protecting their electronic health record (EHR) and other digital systems from viruses, malware, hac

Cybersecurity is something that impacts everyone, especially in the field of health care. With protected health information (PHI) and other sensitive data at stake, physicians must take great care in protecting their electronic health record (EHR) and other digital systems from viruses, malware, hackers and more. Cybersecurity healthcare news often seems full of stories of data breeches, but you’ll be better protected by using the resources and tips the AMA has for physicians and practices on how to safeguard sensitive information from cyberattacks. Learn more about cybersecurity in healthcare articles from the AMA here. 

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May 18, 2017: National Advocacy Update

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Patient information stored in mobile health apps generally is vulnerable. AMA delegates will consider policy proposals to address data security.

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