Digital Health Cybersecurity - a Global Partnership

When data saves lives, cybersecurity doesn't only protect systems. It protects patients. In this episode, we explore a remarkable international collaboration to advance cybersecurity in digital health, and learn how health professionals can empower themselves to stay cyber-safe. Digital Health in Canada goes international as we speak to two co-chairs of the Global Digital Health Partnership's cybersecurity work stream! Guests: Mikki Smith, Chief Information Security Officer, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy and Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology Fuller Yu, Chief of IT Operations and Cybersecurity, Hong Kong Hospital Authority Learn More: Global Digital Health Partnership - Cyber Security Work Stream Proposed Global Digital Health Model Security Notice Guidance for Medical Device Cybersecurity Cyber Security Awareness Month 2024 Music:  RetroFuture Clean and Breakdown, by Kevin MacLeod. Used under Creative Commons. Episode Summmary: 00:00 Introduction to AI and Cybersecurity Concerns 01:38 Mikki Smith's Journey in Cybersecurity 06:41 Fuller Yu's Experience and Insights 09:20 Health Care as a Prime Target for Cyber Attacks 15:51 Global Collaborations in Cybersecurity 26:08 Human Factors in Cybersecurity 32:03 Future Trends and Preparedness 37:39 Empowering Professionals and Final Thoughts