According to an investigation reported in JAMA Health Forum, attacks on health care providers doubled between 2016 and 2021, leaving 42 million patients’ data vulnerable. These attacks exposed larger quantities of personal health information and grew more likely to affect large organizations with multiple facilities. Disruptions to care during attacks may threaten patient safety and outcomes.
The report can be obtained at JAMA Health Forum – Health Policy, Health Care Reform, Health Affairs | JAMA Health Forum | JAMA Network.