As the NHS becomes more digitally interconnected, so does its exposure to cyber threats. Despite this, the approach to cyber security across the health service and its supplier network remains fragmented. To explore what needs to change, we spoke with Diane Abela Hardy, CISO at Accurx, discussing the current landscape, barriers to progress and how to build a stronger and safer NHS.
Read expert insights from Mark Harris, IT manager at Radar Healthcare, as he explores the growing vulnerabilities that come with digital transformation in the UK healthcare system. Mark shares firsthand experiences, highlighting the need for organisations to take proactive steps to secure their systems, protect sensitive data, and stay ahead of evolving threats.
Somerset ICS offers key updates on their cyber security strategy. Learn more about their aim to fulfil five objectives surrounding the reduction of cyber risks within digital healthcare and discover their plan to make sure all organisations within the ICS are compliant with the Network and Information Security Regulations.
Mike Fell, director of cyber operations at NHSE; Phil Huggins, national CISO for health and care at the DHSC; and Vin Diwakar, national director of transformation at NHSE; have all signed an open letter asking suppliers to sign a charter of cyber security best practice. Find out key aspects of the charter, including a focus on systems support, maintaining standards, multi-factor authentication (MFA), monitoring and reporting.
The HTN Now session focused on key considerations for NHS organisations in their approach to cyber security, assessing cyber security maturity, good cyber security practice, the challenges in this area and tips to overcome them. Discover keen insights from our expert panel, made up of Neill Crump, Nasser Arif and Martin Knight.
