Skip to main content
All Posts By

Andrea Downing

Healthcare Cybersecurity: Tackling Threats at Cybermed Summit 2024

By For Everyone, For Health Care Providers, Patient Advocacy Leaders

This year’s summit will feature discussions led by healthcare providers, cybersecurity researchers, public health policymakers, representatives of rural healthcare, and more. The event will focus on improving long-term resilience and sustainability of the public health sector, examining effectiveness and efficiency of so-called “best efforts” to date. Using real world examples, we will help to build a better framework for improving healthcare cybersecurity, drawing on public policy, operational experience, and economics.

Read More

Remembering Karl “KJ” Surkan

By Announcements3 Comments

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the unexpected passing of our dear friend KJ Surkan. KJ passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, January 28th. Born February 6, 1969, KJ was a light in this world and was an integral part of our community. There are no words to express our deep sorrow but we are grateful to have known KJ.

Read More

Why October Connects Breast Cancer Action with Cybersecurity Awareness

By For Everyone, For Group Admins & Moderators, For Group Members

It is both appropriate and regrettable that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Cybersecurity Awareness Month. As breast cancer survivors, collaborators with online patient communities, and founders of an organization representing the rights and voices of patients in healthcare technology, we are committed to using technology to educate, support, and empower as many breast cancer patients as possible so they can have the knowledge and tools to beat cancer and live their best lives.

Read More