Many businesses across North America and Europe remain skeptical about buying cyber insurance, according to a new survey from the global IT marketplace Spiceworks. While 62 percent of organizations surveyed do not currently have cyber coverage, the number of firms that do…
Something changed in the first month of 2019; shareholders successfully held a company accountable for its data breaches. Yahoo’s former officers and directors agreed to pay $29 million to settle charges that they breached their fiduciary duties during a string…
Phishing scams are one of the most common forms of cyber attack, sent by hackers hoping to trick recipients into clicking a link to a fake website and stealing your password. One percent of emails sent today are phishing attempts,…
The healthcare organizations we work make a significant impact in their communities. We are always thankful to hear our support helps make a difference. We look forward to continuing our commitment to the Children’s Miracle Network at Cottage Children’s Medical…
Cyber threats may require more customization of insurance coverage than other risks, according to a new report from Mactavish. Mactavish, a group that specializes in insurance governance, surveyed around 700 senior managers in the UK and found that fewer than one…
Insurance industry experts are concerned about sustainability as liability claim payouts rise to new levels. “The old ceiling is the new floor,” said Kevin Maloney, Allied World senior vice president and real estate/financial institutions practice leader, during Advisen’s Big Nasty…
By Chad Terhune | KHN.org California’s Medicaid program made at least $4 billion in questionable payments to health insurers and medical providers over a four-year period because as many as 453,000 people were ineligible for the public benefits, according to a…
Thousands of people suffering from opioid withdrawal arrive in hospital emergency rooms each year. The addicted patients are given medicine to treat withdrawal symptoms, such as vomiting and diarrhea, and often sent on their way with numbers to call regarding…
By Julie Appleby | [khn.org] Kaiser Health News Hospitals are energy hogs. With their 24/7 lighting, heating and water needs, they use up to five times more energy than a fancy hotel. Executives at some systems view their facilities like…
You can’t walk far in a medical setting without seeing hand sanitizer, but those disinfectant dispensers may be less effective in stopping a superbug, according to Australian researchers. The researchers found that a strain of antibiotic-resistant bacteria was able to…
