Wakefield & Associates Announces Breach of Client Data – The HIPAA Journal
A data breach at Wakefield & Associates shows how quickly patient information can be exposed, underscoring why small to midsize businesses must strengthen vendor risk management, breach detection, and incident response plans to protect clients and avoid penalties.
DealMed Medical Supplies Announces July 2025 Cyberattack – The HIPAA Journal
The July 2025 cyberattack on a medical supplier demonstrates how third-party vendors can become an attack surface for healthcare data, highlighting the need for vendor risk management, access controls, and robust backup plans in business operations.
Healthcare Sees 224% Annual Increase in Attacks Targeting Mobile Devices – The HIPAA Journal
Security threats targeting mobile devices have surged, affecting any business with remote teams or mobile apps; this underscores the need for device encryption, mobile security management, and secure access controls to protect data and customer trust.
Wearables could see HIPAA-style regulation – Politico
Regulators are exploring applying HIPAA-like protections to wearable devices, which could affect how consumer health data from wearables is collected, stored, and shared, with implications for marketing analytics, data partnerships, and compliance costs.
Understanding HIPAA release: What it is and why it matters – TheStreet
Understanding how HIPAA release works helps leaders assess when and how patient data can be shared, guiding decisions on partnerships, data analytics, and marketing initiatives while staying compliant.