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    Major Ransomware Attack Exposes 1.4 Million Patient Records at Texas Healthcare System

    December 18, 2024 • 1 min read

    A devastating cyberattack on Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center has compromised sensitive medical and personal data of over 1.4 million patients. The Interlock ransomware group has published 2.1 million files containing private healthcare information, marking one of the largest U.S. medical data breaches in recent history.

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    Massive Data Breach Threatens Rhode Island Social Services Portal

    December 15, 2024 • 1 min read

    A major cyberattack on Rhode Island's RIBridges system has exposed sensitive personal data of hundreds of thousands of residents who applied for government assistance since 2016. State officials warn that cybercriminals may release the stolen information, which includes Social Security numbers and banking details, unless ransom demands are met.

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    Critical Biosecurity Breach: Over 300 Deadly Virus Samples Missing from Australian Lab

    December 12, 2024 • 1 min read

    Queensland health authorities have revealed that 323 vials of lethal viruses, including Hendra, Hantavirus, and Lyssavirus, disappeared from a state laboratory following a 2021 freezer malfunction. While officials maintain there's no immediate public health risk due to sample degradation, the incident has sparked an investigation into serious biosecurity protocol gaps.

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    Software Developer Arrested in Healthcare CEO Murder Investigation

    December 09, 2024 • 1 min read

    A 26-year-old software engineer was arrested in Pennsylvania for the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. The suspect, found with weapons and fake IDs, had written grievances against the healthcare system and corporate America.

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    UnitedHealthcare AI Coverage Denial Lawsuit Resurfaces After CEO Shooting

    December 08, 2024 • 1 min read

    A year before UnitedHealthcare CEO's shooting, a lawsuit alleged the company used AI with 90% error rate to deny Medicare Advantage coverage. The incident reignites debate over healthcare practices while police investigate the targeted attack with no clear motive established.

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    Kentucky Healthcare Provider PrimaryPlus Hit by Disruptive Cyberattack

    December 07, 2024 • 1 min read

    A cyberattack has severely impacted operations at PrimaryPlus, a nonprofit healthcare organization in Kentucky, causing phone and pharmacy disruptions. While maintaining most patient services, the organization is working with forensics experts to investigate the breach and enhance security measures.

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    UnitedHealth CEO Criticizes Media Coverage in Wake of Executive Shooting

    December 07, 2024 • 1 min read

    UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty condemns 'aggressive' media coverage following the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The leaked internal video message reveals growing tensions between healthcare executives and public sentiment amid controversies surrounding the $400 billion company.

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    Internet Sleuths Boycott Investigation of UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder

    December 07, 2024 • 1 min read

    Leading online investigators are refusing to help track down the killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, citing widespread frustration with the American healthcare system. The unprecedented response highlights growing public discontent, even as official investigations continue with a $10,000 reward offered.

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    INC Ransom Strikes UK Children's Hospital in Major Cybersecurity Breach

    November 29, 2024 • 1 min read

    Ransomware group INC Ransom claims to have stolen sensitive patient data from Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool, compromising records spanning 2018-2024. Hospital officials are working with the National Crime Agency while maintaining operations, as security experts link the attack to CitrixBleed vulnerability exploitation.

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    Biden Administration Proposes Sweeping Healthcare Reforms to Combat AI Discrimination

    November 29, 2024 • 1 min read

    The Biden administration has unveiled extensive healthcare proposals targeting discriminatory AI practices in healthcare delivery, particularly in Medicare Advantage systems. The reforms aim to prevent bias against vulnerable populations and expand drug coverage, though their future remains uncertain amid the upcoming administration change.

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