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May 26, 2023

7 Data Security Tips for Patients

by LeTeisha Newton

Meet Unsafe Urkel. He’s always doing the wrong things when it comes to securing his data. He’s that guy who writes his passwords on sticky notes and leaves them out in the open for anyone to see. Urkel likes to use the same password for everything and doesn’t think twice about clicking on a suspicious email. When it comes to protecting his health data — probably some of the most critical data in his life — Urkel just can’t be bothered. It doesn’t even occur to him to take steps to safeguard his personal medical information. Unfortunately, Unsafe Urkel is not alone in his behavior. Many patients need to be aware of the risks associated with sharing their health data and take the necessary precautions to keep their information safe. So, how can patients keep their health data safe? Here are some best practices we’re going to dive into: Use strong passwords and change them often. Be careful with emails and links. Use secure websites. Keep software up to date. Be cautious with public Wi-Fi. Ask providers about their security measures. Review and monitor health records. Best practices for patient data security No shame here! I’ve made some of these same mistakes myself. Over the past few years, as technology has rapidly evolved, both personal and professional data security practices have struggled to keep up. In 2020 alone, the healthcare industry accounted for 79.6% of all reported data breaches in the United States, making it the most targeted sector for […]

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