Drex dives into three critical cybersecurity updates. First, Microsoft unveils its Windows Resiliency Initiative to improve update deployment and minimize risks post-CrowdStrike incident. Next, we discuss the arrest of a Russian national involved in the Phobos ransomware-as-a-service platform, bringing relief to victims worldwide. Finally, we highlight Jen Easterly's planned departure as CISA Director in early 2025 and its potential implications.

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What happens when the companies holding your most sensitive data start to falter? Sarah is joined by Drex to dive into the alarming challenges facing 23andMe and Atlas Biomed, two major players in genetic testing. Explore the intersection of data privacy, financial instability, and the unique risks of DNA testing. From data breaches to the ethical implications for health systems, this episode uncovers why the stakes are higher than ever for healthcare leaders.

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Drex dives into three critical cybersecurity updates: the Salt Typhoon hacks targeting U.S. telecom giants, Palo Alto Networks' zero-day vulnerability impacting firewalls, and a UC San Diego study questioning the effectiveness of traditional security training programs.

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Kate Gamble and Sarah Richardson dive into groundbreaking research, discussing how humans feel empathy—even pity—for robots. From trembling movements to sad sounds, these robots are tugging at heartstrings, but can this empathy be manipulated? Join us as we explore the surprising ethical implications for healthcare, the potential to use emotional AI in patient care, and the critical role of cybersecurity in protecting these emerging tools.

01:21 Ethical Implications and Historical Context

03:43 Cybersecurity and Emotional Robots in Healthcare

05:00 Future of Empathy-Driven Technology in Healthcare

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November 20, 2024: Kate Pierce, Senior vCISO at Fortified Health Security joins Drex for the news. As New York state enforces groundbreaking hospital cyber regulations, how will its leadership influence the rest of the nation? With a staggering skills gap and a workforce crisis, can the industry meet the rising challenges of AI and cloud security while addressing the underrepresentation of women in cybersecurity? The conversation further explores the long-overdue updates to HIPAA regulations and their potential implications for the sector.

Key Points:

• 01:13 New York State Hospital Cyber Regulations
• 04:36 Funding and Implementation Challenges
• 07:09 Impact on Other States
• 09:43 Addressing the Cybersecurity Workforce Gap
• 13:02 Promoting Diversity in Cybersecurity
• 17:32 Upcoming HIPAA Regulation Change

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• New York Enforces Cybersecurity Regulations for Hospitals to Combat Threats



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November 19, 2024: Kate Gamble and Sarah Richardson as they uncover the impact of MCPAP for Moms, a program transforming support for mothers nationwide. With 20% of mothers facing mental health challenges during pregnancy and postpartum, this innovative program is bridging gaps by training healthcare providers to identify and address these issues more effectively. Can scalable, tech-driven mental health support really reshape the lives of millions? Discover the evolving role of digital health in maternal care, the economic implications, and why leaders in health IT should be paying close attention.

01:26 Patient Perspective on Maternal Mental Health

04:14 Technology and Maternal Mental Health

05:42 Advocacy and Future Directions

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November 11, 2024: Laura O’Toole, CEO at SureTest joins Sarah for the news. They question the real impact of AI on the pace of drug development—could it genuinely reduce the 15 year-long process to bring new treatments to patients? They discuss the role of clinicians in embracing automation, but will traditional mindsets hold back these advances? How can healthcare systems prioritize critical innovations without overwhelming staff with too many solutions? The conversation shifts to the rising complexity of care: with patients living longer but dealing with more chronic conditions, how can healthcare innovate while managing financial strains?

Key Points:

• 01:05 AI in Drug Development
• 06:59 Patient Safety Innovations
• 12:47 Challenges in Healthcare Complexity
• 15:52 The Role of the CIO

News articles:

• Pharma firms buy into promise of AI shortcut
• How Hospitals Can Make Patients Safer
• Rising Complexity of Hospitalized Patients Challenges Healthcare Systems

Drex delves into the challenges facing companies like 23andMe and Atlas Biomed, highlighting critical concerns around DNA data privacy and the impact of financial struggles on sensitive information. Learn actionable insights to tighten your organization's data agreements, ensure privacy compliance, and mitigate risks in the evolving cybersecurity landscape.

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