David Bell reports:
In a press release issued Friday, Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center announced it is dealing with a “cybersecurity incident.”
The release states the attack affected the hospital’s communication and information systems, and officials are working with law enforcement and other system experts to determine the extent of the hack, including if patient information was compromised.
Read more at Gila Valley Central.
For updates, see the medical center’s site. As of press time, it reads:
MGRMC is investigating a cybersecurity incident that is affecting its communication and information systems. We are working closely with law enforcement and outside experts to assess the scope and impact of the incident, including whether any patient information was compromised. If we determine that patient information was compromised, we will communicate directly with impacted patients. If you are or have been a patient of MGRMC, we recommend you monitor your account statements, stay vigilant about your personal data, and if you feel your information may be compromised, contact law enforcement.
If you have any questions, please call our community relations team at 1-800-664-3509 Information and updates may be found at www.mtgraham.org/update.