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Navigating HIPAA risks on social media: A guide for healthcare providers

Hashtags and HIPAA don’t always mix. In an era where every moment is post-worthy, healthcare workers need to think twice before hitting “share.” What you post could be more revealing than you realize. This guide breaks down where healthcare professionals often go wrong on social media as well as how to protect both your patients… Continue reading Navigating HIPAA risks on social media: A guide for healthcare providers

Safeguarding patient privacy: Best practices for social media use in healthcare

Social media can be a great way for healthcare organizations to connect, educate, and even inspire, but it’s also a space full of hidden risks. One unintentional post can quickly lead to a HIPAA violation, with serious legal and financial consequences. In this article, we’ll examine how social media use can compromise HIPAA compliance, the… Continue reading Safeguarding patient privacy: Best practices for social media use in healthcare

Healthcare and social media: What you need to know to stay HIPAA-compliant

From quick selfies to behind-the-scenes posts, social media has blurred the lines between professional and personal sharing. But when patient privacy is at stake, every post matters. Even seemingly harmless content can violate HIPAA regulations if it contains identifiable details. This blog explores how oversharing online can put your organization at risk and provides practical… Continue reading Healthcare and social media: What you need to know to stay HIPAA-compliant

Enable Siri on macOS without sharing your contacts with Apple

Many Apple users love Siri’s convenience. But the moment you flick the toggle on macOS to enable it, you’re met with an alarming message: it will send your contacts, location, and voice data to Apple. For privacy-conscious individuals, this can feel like a major invasion. Why does Siri need access to your contacts? When you… Continue reading Enable Siri on macOS without sharing your contacts with Apple

Activate Siri on macOS without giving Apple access to your contacts

Mac users love the convenience of Siri for performing quick tasks or finding information. However, enabling Siri on macOS often comes with a privacy tradeoff: sharing your contacts and more with Apple. While this may not seem significant to some, it raises valid concerns for users deeply invested in safeguarding their personal data. Why does… Continue reading Activate Siri on macOS without giving Apple access to your contacts

How to use Siri on macOS while keeping your contacts private

We love Siri’s convenience on our iPhones and iPads, but bringing it to Macs has presented a bit of a privacy puzzle. You might have noticed that enabling Siri on macOS comes with a rather significant request: granting Apple access to your contacts, location, and voice input. For many of us, this feels like a… Continue reading How to use Siri on macOS while keeping your contacts private

Key considerations for picking a VPN solution

By using a virtual private network (VPN), you can prevent internet service providers from monitoring your online activities, access websites that are normally blocked with your current IP address, and ensure your privacy remains intact. But different VPN solutions offer different features, and it’s important for you to understand these before making a decision. Here… Continue reading Key considerations for picking a VPN solution

Essential factors to think about when selecting a VPN service

A virtual private network (VPN) creates an encrypted tunnel between your device and the internet, masking your online activities and data transmission. This creates an anonymous and private connection that is nearly impossible for hackers and other third parties to access. When choosing a VPN solution for your organization, there are several crucial elements you… Continue reading Essential factors to think about when selecting a VPN service

What to consider when choosing a VPN solution

Everyone from cybercriminals to government agencies can attempt to monitor and access your data on the internet. To protect yourself, you need a virtual private network (VPN), which encrypts data sent from your computer to the internet. However, not all VPNs are created equal. Before you invest in one, it’s important to consider the following… Continue reading What to consider when choosing a VPN solution

Mitigating cybersecurity insider threats

Did you know that in some industries the biggest cybersecurity threats come from inside a breached organization? Sometimes it’s motivated by financial gain and sometimes it’s plain-old ignorance. So how can you protect your organization from insider threats? #1 Educate You must teach your team to recognize personally identifiable information (PII) and understand the financial… Continue reading Mitigating cybersecurity insider threats