Two AHA guides offer strategies for hospitals and health systems in preparing for public health emergencies and disasters and managing cybersecurity incidents. “Strategies for Medical Surge Management During Public Emergencies” organizes strategies around the four S’s — staffing, supply, space and systems — a framework to protect patients, support teams and sustain critical operations when they are needed most. “Strategies for Cyber Preparedness in Health Care” helps hospitals and health systems manage disruption, safeguard patients and ensure continuity of care when cyber incidents occur. Both resources are part of the Convening Leaders for Emergency and Response initiative. 

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The Department of Health and Human Services Aug. 14 released a request for comments through the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT on a proposed…
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Every day, hospitals and health systems perform a remarkable balancing act. They invest in talented caregivers, advanced technologies, innovative partnerships…
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U.S. and international agencies released a joint cybersecurity advisory Aug. 10 warning of actions by Gunra ransomware. Gunra is a ransomware-as-a-service…
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Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Aug. 7 declared a public health emergency for Washington state to address the impacts…
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention yesterday announced that the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce has expanded to 15 states…
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The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and other U.S. and international agencies July 29 released joint guidance outlining minimum elements for a…