Most behavioral health providers didn’t choose this work because they love managing firewalls or tracking endpoint compliance. You’re here to care for people. To create safe, consistent spaces for them to process trauma, navigate diagnoses, and rebuild trust in themselves and others. But in 2025, that responsibility doesn’t stop at the therapy room. Cybersecurity for … Read more
Security threats aren’t just a hospital problem anymore. Senior living communities are becoming a prime target for cyberattacks, data breaches, and compliance audits—and that makes an annual security risk assessment for senior living more important than ever. The consequences go far beyond fines. We’re talking about compromised patient records, stalled operations, and lost trust from … Read more
Imagine this. An auditor walks into your senior living community, clipboard in hand, ready to assess your compliance with HIPAA, FTC safeguards, and a growing list of other regulatory standards. Do you feel confident that your systems, policies, and teams are ready? Or do you feel the subtle panic of wondering where your last security … Read more
Let’s be real: running a healthcare organization today means walking a tightrope. You’re expected to deliver high-quality care, protect mountains of sensitive data, meet ever-evolving compliance standards—and do it all while keeping costs in check. And all of that is happening while you’re being targeted. According to IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report, … Read more
Senior living communities aren’t just healthcare providers—they’re data hubs filled with sensitive resident information, financial records, and operational details that cybercriminals find extremely valuable. As the industry continues to adopt digital tools for resident care, communication, and operations, cyber threats have become a serious risk that can’t be ignored. Unlike large hospital systems with dedicated … Read more
Technology in senior living communities isn’t just about convenience—it’s a critical part of care delivery. From resident communication tools to electronic health records (EHRs), IT systems must function smoothly 24/7 to keep operations running and ensure residents receive the attention they need. But for many senior living communities, managing IT in-house is overwhelming. Staff members … Read more
For the first time in over a decade, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has proposed significant updates to the HIPAA Security Rule. These proposed changes are designed to strengthen cybersecurity protections for electronic protected health information (ePHI), in response to the alarming rise in cyberattacks targeting the healthcare industry. If these … Read more
WHAT HAPPENED TO CHANGE HEALTHCARE? The healthcare industry was jolted by yet another cyber attack[1], this time targeting Change Healthcare, a large unit of the massive UnitedHealth Group, and a critical part of payment processing for the healthcare industry. The attack encrypted some of the company’s data and affected its operations, disrupting services for large … Read more
The banking industry is undergoing a transformation driven by the rapid adoption of cloud technology. This shift is not just a trend but a fundamental change in how banking services are delivered and consumed. Meriplex, a provider of managed cybersecurity, IT, and SD-WAN solutions, is at the heart of this revolution, playing a pivotal role in empowering … Read more
Meriplex, renowned for our managed IT and cybersecurity services, is pivotal in fortifying the healthcare industry against digital threats. In an era where cybersecurity breaches can have catastrophic consequences, Meriplex’s expertise in this domain is more crucial than ever. Let’s explore how our specialized approach to cybersecurity awareness training and support is helping healthcare organizations stay ahead of … Read more
