EMS Today 2019

Cybersecurity: How to Protect Your Agency (Room National Harbor 12)

20 Feb 19
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Administration & Leadership - Administrative

Join EMS attorney, Allison J. Bloom, and data specialist, Dr. Greg Mears on a journey through the minefield that is cybersecurity in today’s healthcare environment and learn how to protect your agency. With advances in technology, the frequency of data loss and breaches is on the rise. In addition to HIPAA breachesdata breaches are big business for thieves and those fighting and prosecuting them. This is especially true in the case of mobile technology – laptops, smartphones and other small devices – that can be easily misused, lost or stolen. Atty Allison Bloom and Dr. Greg Mears will explain why your agency should quickly adopt security protocols and response measures against inappropriate data disclosure and theft.