Cybersecurity in healthcare

Your role in keeping patients and their data safe

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Why security matters in healthcare

Understand why protecting patient information is critical to safe care. See how security builds trust, supports patient safety, and meets healthcare legal and professional obligations.

2

How your organization manages risk

See how your healthcare organization manages security risk through policies, procedures, and leadership decisions and how these controls shape daily clinical and administrative work.

3

Protecting the care workspace

Adopt essential digital and physical security routines. Learn to secure workstations, manage access to restricted areas, and ensure that patient records, whether on screen or paper, are never left unattended or exposed to unauthorized eyes.

4

Spot phishing and avoid being tricked

Discover how attackers impersonate colleagues, suppliers, or patients to gain access or information. Practice recognizing warning signs and know what to do immediately when something feels off.

5

Share patient data safely

Learn how to transfer information securely within your team and with care partners (e.g., GP, pharmacy, transport). Choose the right channel for the situation and prevent "wrong recipient" mistakes.

6

Responsible use of AI

AI tools are everywhere, but how do you use them safely? Learn the pitfalls of 'shadow AI', prevent medical data from leaking into public models, and ensure human oversight remains at the heart of every clinical decision.

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What to do if something goes wrong

Know what counts as a security incident or data breach, and why speed matters for patient safety. Learn the first steps: contain, record key details, and report to the right place.