Ascension Health Care Network Takes Immediate Action After Cyberattack: Prioritizing Patient Care Amidst Disruption

In response to a recent cyberattack, Ascension Health Care Network has announced that they are taking immediate action to restore access to some systems and ensure the continuity of patient care. Despite the disruption caused by the attack, Ascension is committed to prioritizing patient care delivery and has engaged Mandiant Solutions, a cybersecurity firm, to investigate the incident.

In light of the cyberattack, Ascension has taken several measures to protect its patients’ information. They have informed their business partners to temporarily suspend their connection to the Ascension system as a precautionary measure. Additionally, Ascension is fully investigating the incident and will notify and support individuals if any sensitive information was affected.

It is worth noting that this is not the first time a healthcare organization in Chicago has faced a cyberattack. Lurie Children’s Hospital experienced similar disruptions in January when their phone, email, and other systems were affected by an attack. These incidents highlight the growing threat of cyberattacks in the healthcare sector and underscore the importance of organizations taking proactive measures to safeguard patient data and maintain continuity of care for their communities.

Ascension provides details about its hospital operations in the Chicago area, including various hospitals currently serving the community. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality patient care while also ensuring that their patients’ information remains secure from potential threats.