Hospitals Urged to Strengthen Cybersecurity Amid Rising Threats
Hospitals are increasingly vulnerable to cyber attacks, as highlighted by a recent global cyber outage. This incident exposed significant gaps in cybersecurity measures, jeopardizing patient data and disrupting medical services. Experts urge healthcare institutions to enhance their defenses by upgrading systems, conducting regular audits, and fostering a culture of security awareness. Collaboration between government and private sectors is essential to combat the growing threat of cybercrime in healthcare.
WHO Releases New Guidance on Ethics and Governance of Large Multi-Modal Models of AI
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released new guidance on the ethical and governance considerations for large multi-modal models of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the healthcare sector. The guidance aims to promote the responsible use of AI and protect public health, highlighting potential risks and offering recommendations for governments, technology companies, and healthcare providers.